Quote:
I made the mistake of trying to turn a fuck buddy into a girlfriend.
You didn't "make the mistake of trying to turn a fuck buddy into a girlfriend." You made a mistake
while you were trying to turn a fuck buddy into a girlfriend. there's a difference.
IMO, the most natural way to get into a LTR is when a fuck buddy or a friend with benefits evolves into an exclusive relationship. The mistake you made was failing to communicate such an intention. You never told her that you saw the relationship between the two of you as exclusive.
"But, Chief, I never told her that I saw the relationship as open!" Then you didn't communicate ANY intention at all. You left her hanging with no request to consider. That's why she wasn't to blame for anything she did with other guys.
My impression of your situation that you explained in the chat was that you didn't really have your own desires figured out. Figure out if you're looking for exclusivity or open shit
(You don't have to lose faith in the possibility of exclusivity). You can have either one if you can communicate your intentions clearly next time. Just remember that you can't have both because that would be a logical paradox. I guess that's what they mean by "you can't have your cake and eat it, too."
You can totally assume loyalty in an exclusive relationship when it's made official. Don't forget; it's official when facebook says so
I can safely assume that my girlfriend is loyal. Seriously, try to seduce her if you ever meet her. Open game for everybody. She won't fuck you.