Seeking Advice on Balancing Priorities in Long-Distance Relationship?

[SapphireGrace]

Hi everyone,

I hope you're doing well. I wanted to seek some advice regarding my long-distance relationship. I'm a 26-year-old female, and my husband is 34. We're currently dealing with a challenge where he spends a significant amount of time playing video games, and it often feels like I have to wait for him to finish before we can spend quality time together.

I'm curious if anyone has experienced a similar situation and how you've approached discussing priorities and finding a balance. I'm looking for constructive insights on how to communicate my feelings and navigate this aspect of our relationship.

Thanks in advance for your thoughts and suggestions.

[RebelinSteel]

Where is the long distance part? For the video games, you sit down and talk about it as adults, you get agreement that he restricts how much he does, that is no different than a partner playing excessive sport and or gym time.

[Anonymous]

Tell him you would love to be around him even when he's gaming, guys take break during the game, so they can talk to you for awhile.

[SapphireGrace]

I've tried talking to him about taking a break from games, but it hasn't worked. I feel frustrated and like my needs aren't being heard.

[Nikki1989]

Wait, he is 34 and playing video games. You are with a child, not a man.

[SapphireGrace]

I appreciate his interests, including video games, but my concern is ensuring we have quality time and attention, especially given the challenges of our long-distance relationship.

[DreamLife7]

You post makes zero sense