Does a man not like it if his girl is perceptive to see that he is kinda feeling low, sad or upset? Does he not like to look weak to her?

[Anonymous]

[BarryLiverstone]

That can be a complicated answer., while he may not want to show vulnerably in the moment, does she still care and respect him if he did let his walls fall for her to see?

[Asker]

respect is essential indeed

[BarryLiverstone]

So that’s a fear from many guys. They worry about losing respect if seen as weak. How do you feel when you see that?

[Asker]

i was actually taken aback when he said he is just tired and apologized. I also apologized for prying on him, then told him to rest well. Did i do good?

[BarryLiverstone]

Like I said it can be complicated. Depending on how he’s feeling and what’s going on in his life. You did good to apologize but he said he’s just tired? That to me sounds like he’s deflecting.

[BarryLiverstone]

What’s the whole story? Or you can follow me and fill me in

[Asker]

oh he opened up some of his problems to me, and the next day he is a bit low energy, so i just told him to rest, i think he needs space to process his thoughts first. Sorry I can't go into details out of respect to him.

[BarryLiverstone]

I understand

[BarryLiverstone]

Yes, he does need space for sure

[StevenMcGarrett]

Hmm, I would have to trust her before I opened up to her like that. Most girls use that against you.

[Asker]

that is sad, if your vulnerability would be used against you

[StevenMcGarrett]

Yes , it is but some girls do that

[IslaTheWitch]

fortunately, my partners never saw feeling sad or upset as weak... we are people, and we feel emotions... Mature people take responsibility for their emotions

[Nikki1989]

It's a common misconception that men don't like to appear vulnerable.

[slatyb]

Maybe if he's been taught that men don't show feelings.

[jahaims]

Depends on the guy and those aren't weak traits.

[Intheclouds00]

I don't want to talk about it.

[chilldude33]

If she is caring, that's great