Why would my guy friend who’s married just stop talking to me?

[Anonymous]

This guy and I have been friends for around 7 years now after meeting at university, I admitted I liked him early in our friendship but he didn’t feel the same (even though he acted as if he did) and we’ve been friends since.
We lost touch for a little while when he moved interstate and recently we reconnected online, he said he was happy to be friends again, talked every now and then for a few weeks but he took a while to admit to me he’s actually married.

I’ve respected that and we were talking every few weeks, just friendly etc and I would never come between his marriage- but now he ignored my last message…I was just making sure he was ok because he didn’t seem too happy. Why would he stop talking to me?
I understand he’s married etc but it’s hurtful.

[Anonymous]

It's difficult to know for sure why your friend may have stopped talking to you. However, it's possible that he may be feeling guilty or conflicted about his interactions with you, especially given that he is married and may be trying to prioritize his commitment to his spouse.

It's important to respect his boundaries and his commitment to his marriage, even if it may be difficult or hurtful for you. It may be helpful to focus on maintaining a healthy and respectful friendship, while also recognizing and communicating any boundaries or limitations in your interactions with each other.

If you are feeling hurt or confused by his behavior, it may be helpful to communicate your feelings and concerns to him in a non-confrontational and respectful way. Remember, it's important to prioritize open and honest communication, mutual respect, and trust in any relationship, whether romantic or platonic.

[Anonymous]

Because he's being a good husband. Put yourself in his wife's shoes and ask yourself how she would feel if she knew you had a romantic interest in him (you obviously do) and he was chatting with you online. This is not rocket science.

[Asker]

He’s guilty more like it

[Opinion Owner]

Sure

[sheenagwapa]

maybe her wife found out and get jealous... just find another friend. followinh what is right is hard because we are humans we are imperfect but God loves the righteous He is fond of the righteous

[Maybehislady67]

Talking to a married man.. online.. just randomly.. you werent friends with him for 7 years. You knew him for 7. You look like a side piece go find someone else to speak to

[Kyr0s]

There may be a bunch of reasons. But I also think in general, once you're married, it is best to not have supetr close friends of the other gender.

[FilmGuy93]

Because he loves and respects his wife?

[Asker]

Clearly he doesn’t…

[FilmGuy93]

He stopped talking to you. That’s a pretty clear sign that he respects his relationship

[NostalgiaSenpi]

Because he's married.