So I’m recently single. I recently downloaded hinge and have scheduled a number of dates. I’m very aware that my history has been to jump into monogamy with essentially the first attractive girl that I have an attraction with. There’s nothing wrong with that, but I need to spend some time single, dating, and becoming comfortable with not being in a relationship.

But, I’m much more interested in sleeping with people I have an emotional connection with than those I don’t.

So how can I navigate forming more substantial FWBs with girls without leading them on. Do I just enjoy dating, do I need to mention my intentions on the first date? The second? Imply it subtly?

Any advice would be much appreciated because I don’t want to manipulate / deceive anyone.