10 Rules for a Successful FWB Dynamic

This article was written by Supatra Tovar, PsyD, RD and by wikiHow staff writer, Jennifer Mueller, JD. Dr. Supatra Tovar is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY #31949), Registered Dietitian, Fitness Expert, and the Owner of Dr. Supatra Tovar and Associates. Dr. Tovar has worked in the fields of health education, clinical dietetics, and psychology. With over 25 years of holistic wellness experience, she practices Holistic Health Psychotherapy. She combines her psychology, diet, and fitness knowledge to help those struggling with depression, weight gain, eating disorders, life transitions, and relationships. Dr. Tovar holds a BA in Environmental Biology from The University of Colorado Boulder, an MS in Nutrition Science from California State University, Los Angeles, and a PsyD in Clinical Health Psychology from Alliant International University, Los Angeles.

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A friends with benefits (FWB) relationship sounds like the best of both worlds—all the sex and fun with none of the commitment—and at its best, it is! But like most things that look smooth and easy on the outside, there's a lot of work that goes on behind the scenes. A truly light and carefree FWB dynamic exists within the confines of rules, expectations, and boundaries that you set out from the beginning and adjust as needed. We're here to tell you everything you need to know about how to create a fun and successful FWB relationship.

This article is based on an interview with our licensed clinical psychologist, registered dietitian, and fitness expert, Supatra Tovar, owner of Dr. Supatra Tovar and Associates. Check out the full interview here.