The act of hooking up with a girl while telling them you are dealing with personal issues that prevent you from committing to a relationship.
Tim told Arielle he didn’t want to be more than FWB because he’s still dealing with emotional issues. He prefers to just get some security coochie.
A guy or girl used by a love interest for the sole purpose of listening to problems and offer sympathy. Often manipulated, a sympathy blanket gets little reciprocation from the relationship.
“James you need to leave her, you’re turning into a sympathy blanket.”