I had a discussion about this with an old friend and it sparked a thought because it seems to be reoccurring thought/conversation in people.
Do you think you’re missing out because of your relationship? It can be hobbies or goals in life that are no longer an option because of duties to each other? Or maybe it’s more dating experience than just your current partner?
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I did feel that way when I was in my last relationship. I was scared that I was just settling down with him and I didn’t really get the chance to explore (especially in terms of my career) bc he didn’t want me to move. I realized that we were holding each other back from what we truly want to go after in life so we decided to break it off. I felt free.
We’re still supportive of each other as friends, I finally get to go after the career that I want and same with him. I’m proud of how much he’s improved, I don’t think he would’ve made any massive career/life changes that turns out to be super beneficial for him if we were still together.
I value my quality time with my SO very much. Although, I may be ‘missing out’ on certain things that I could be doing if I were single, I don’t mind because I value the relationship I have now which is what I truly would be missing out on if I was single. I’m happily taken and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
Now, if I was in an unfulfilling relationship, that would be a different story. I’m giving up the single life for something better, not for something worse.
that’s a really good question! in past relationships I would have said yes. a firm No for me now. Ifeel I’m matched well at many levels and we complement each other. Because my fiancée is so adventurous, just one example, i think I have experienced more sexually than I ever would have when single.
No, I don't. My husband and I met when we were in middle school. I've never felt like I missed out on anything because we found each other so young. We didn't get married until after college.
I don't think we've missed out on anything. We like to hang out with each other and we just decide what our goals are and go do them. 🤷🏼♀️
Me personally no. I've always been a relationship orientated person, I love stability and security, and I've never been interesting in casual dating or anything like that. I'm also an introvert, so I like to keep my circle small, mainly my partner, best friend and family.
I study at uni, and enjoy spending time in nature, I have 2 side jobs that are once a week, and I'm getting into gaming more.
I don't feel like I'm missing out on anything by being with my boyfriend. Instead I get to have a companion which makes life fun and interesting. Even cooking together, watching shows or just laying in bed and talking is fun because of him. I'm definitely happy and content with life.
Yes guys in relo do miss out things ranging from few thing to a lot of things... but on other hand they get to be happy and joyful in a relationship with a female they love , here comes the but - but if they aren't happy in their relo and feels like it's toxic or make him want to leave the relo but he can't leave it for any reason whatsoever like kids , no confidence, low self esteem , or even blackmail then they should approch it with maturity and wisdom if the reason is kids - make arrangements for them u and ur lady ne incharge turn by turn If reason is no confidence or low self esteem - don't worry mate getting into a relo like this can happen and its okay but screwing ur life over a toxic girl isn't okay take charge of ur own life leave everything that she controls u and get everything new and without her opinion , just do it u won't be born in same body again.
Don’t think so I think your relationship gives you new perspective and gives you new opportunities but I think you could still hang out with friends and stuff me and my boyfriend do that I let him hang out with his people and I hang out with mine sometimes and we do it alone
The only downside to being in a relationship was sharing a bed. I like my space. Other than that, the other opportunities aka single men were often still single had i become single again, so I missed nothing there. As for job opps and dreams, the partner was one of the biggest motivators in the relationship so i wasn't missin much
I'm busy with work, life, and parenthood, so it never crosses my mind. Plus I still occasionally find time to do things with family and friends anyway.
It's okay to sometimes prioritize your needs in a relationship. I've never felt like I was missing something. I have my own goals and he has his. You can share your interests with your partner or find things you can experience together.
This is a man's world, and will always be a man's world. A man cannot miss out anything for having a woman because a real man does not permit her to speak or control against him. They should remain silent according to the bible.
Not really. We’re very young so there’s no pressure to get married or live together or even get serious past high school and we each have our own friend group and we socialize outside of the relationship so I don’t feel that it holds me back at all.
just lucked out, had the flexibility to make time for other things and other people, as well as my own things while still in a relationship... and she felt the same way
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