due to the modernisation and accustomed with citylife many are facing the problems of depression.
so. friends give suggestions to relieve from stress which you are following.
What I personally feel is that Friends with Benefits(FWB) is better than a relationship which is one sided until and unless your friendship doesn't get affected by it. FWB also provided you the freedom to try and get into a relationship with a fresh start or more like a new beginning.
