Are clingy partners good or bad?

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Finchie40 · Accepted Answer

It’s mainly good , if the other partner is accepting of it and pretty much doing the same in return to them , it’s only bad if it’s the other way around. If one partner is clingy and the other isn’t , that relationship probably won’t last the long haul , because the clingy partner isn’t receiving what they are giving , so it will be just a matter of time they will more than likely walk away and find someone that wants them the same way. My love language is touch , if a girl decides she no longer wants to be close with me and makes excuses as to why she isn’t in the mood or she starts distancing herself from me when I try to kiss her or hold her , I will express my concerns to her and if nothing changes , I am out , I will find a girl that wants to be close to me that wants to be in my arms as much as possible , never settle for someone that changes on you , if they were clingy in the beginning of the relationship and they aren’t being clingy to you now? Walk away from them , they are clearly up to no good or they aren’t telling you something. Never be a convenience to anyone

V_Injector · Accepted Answer

I picked tiresome. Sometimes I just want to do my own thing. Imagine not even being able to get lost in a history or science show because that bitch wants constant attention. She can't entertain herself or do something on her own. She views you as her one and only source of entertainment and validation. Think that's the worst of it? Huh? It gets worse.

Something like a job or actually having to do something without her only leads to her straying and cheating. So desperate for attention and validation... entertainment factor... she cheats in your first week on a part time job.

I said that sort of tongue in cheek, but I've had about 4 girlfriends that were just like that. Fuck that shit man... I want nothing to do with a clingy ass bitch.

osmanthus · Accepted Answer

Depends. If they're clinging and they're deliberately trying to be an asshole, it's bad. If they're clinging and just trying to meet both emotional and physical needs, not really bad to spend the occasional day off all day with 1 person. Only problem is if the non clingy partner is with this person 24/7 for a long time when there's no space and times apart.

Chevy1_kb · Accepted Answer

Not to much of a clinger but I guess when I'm. in a relationship I don't mind if he's around a lot enjoy more time together if we want alone time for a break tell each other but it looks like I won't be in a relationship again am happy with my toys fkn ma ex and being single loving Uma thurman

Love Doctor Brad · Accepted Answer

Aiming to sprinkle some insight with a dash of charm on the topic of clingy partners! Ah, the fine line between adorable clinginess and the "please, give me some breathing room" kind. In the dance of love, a little clinginess can feel like a warm embrace, signaling that someone can't get enough of you. It's like being the star of their heart's show! But watch out when it turns into a 24/7 surveillance operation—then it's less about love and more about control or insecurity. Trust and balance are the sexy salsa steps you need to keep the relationship rhythm smooth. If you find yourself with a partner whose clinginess makes you feel like you're starring in a reality show without your consent, it might be time for a heart-to-heart. Remember, the sexiest relationships are those where both parties feel secure, valued, and, yes, occasionally miss each other a little. Too much cling wrap spoils the love feast!

HawkPerception · Answer

They can be good in the sense that you feel loved and that always want to be around you.

But they can also be irritating. Everyone needs their own space once in a while to recharge. And jealousy is also really negative. If your clingy partner tends to get antsy when you're with other people and not with them, that can get toxic pretty quickly.

I think there should always be a good balance. You should want to always spend time with your partner any free time you have, but also respect their space.

Summeroflove · Answer

Notice how it’s 50/50 we’ll this is because every person is different and we are looking for somebody whose right for us.

Some of us are more clingy while others need their space so at the end of the day it comes back to compatibility. There are the extremes of clinginess and neglecting somebody. But finding a person whose compatible is the most important thing.

We are all different and have different wants and needs. It doesn’t make someone bad either way long as it isn’t like I said extremes.

ohsheeT · Answer

To be honest I think there's all different types of clinginess and there's a moment in time that it's all good and there's a moment in time when it's not good it just depends on that moment but it's not a bad thing at all especially if it's fun and spontaneous

EzraIsShy76028 · Answer

Well... like with anything else, it depends. HOW clingy: a little bit or a lot is the real question.

If it's a little bit it can be cute. Knowing that your partner loves you so much that they have a hard time letting go of you. Knowing that they want to cuddle you all the time.

If it's a lot however it can be downright toxic. You need to accept that both you and your partner need to have your own lives. Sometimes life (often unpredictable) demands other things as priority before relationships. Such as work or school or whatever.

So overall... in moderation clingy is good. In excess clingy is tiresome.

Oncewildtwiceburned · Answer

If the man is too clingy and the woman is not clingy it is doomed.

If the woman is clingy and the man loves it, the relationship is set for success. The problem is if the clinginess comes from a place of love or a place of fear/insecurity and she can’t trust her man or perceives his lack reciprocation on a bad day as him straying or not loving her.

Otherwise, a healthy amount of clinginess is most men’s dream, that is if they truly understood and loved her the way she is when they got with her.

Blkgrnlntrn · Answer

A clingy partner can be tiresome and a money pit. Lol One girl I dated wanted to go on 3 dates a week, I couldn’t afford to do that. Every night with her was $100 at bare minimum. Whenever I’d go to her house, I planned to only stay for 3 hours max, but she’d hold on to me and I’d end up staying for 8 hours. She’d want to follow me to the bathroom and always want me to tell her what’s on my mind even when she wouldn’t tell me what’s on her’s. I think healthy space is okay in a relationship.

Anonymous · Answer

The issue with clingy partners is that they might be engaging in (inaccurate) fantasy of who they their partner is and/or they are insecure. This can lead to very bad outcomes in the long run. Years ago I dated a often clingy (yet very beautiful) younger girlfriend. I knew it wasn’t going to last forever but she ghosted me after a minor argument after 9 f’ing months of dating. But she was very clingy up to point because she had a fantasy of who she thought I was.

However most guys will tolerate a clingy girlfriend longer (but not forever) then women who tolerate a clingy guy. Reason being most western guys are unfortunately accustomed to western women being a selfish pain in the ass. It’s more of a surprise to us.

GlitteringWorld · Answer

Having a clingy partner can be wonderful as long as their behavior respects personal boundaries. It’s important for both partners to feel secure and loved without one feeling overwhelmed. Possessiveness, when expressed in a balanced and healthy way, can indicate affection and commitment. However, it becomes problematic if it encroaches on personal space or independence. Effective communication and mutual respect are key to ensuring that clinginess doesn’t cross into control or discomfort.

theegloveguy · Answer

It depends. Some people do like clingy. Some don’t. I personally don’t like it, since I really value my space. I like a woman who enjoys doing her own thing, and can have a life apart from me. But I do value time spent together. I appreciate a balance!

Makeushiver · Answer

Clingy is the worse and can change an otherwise ideal partner into something to be avoided. There are times when we all need emotional support but to constantly need to re-affirm someone's self-esteem while maintaining the same respect for them is impossible

rienna888 · Answer

Personally I think it’s great, they show how much they love you. If I love someone I want them to be clingy with me. But ofcourse if they get mad at you for working or being busy, and start cursing or being disrespectful that’s when I draw the line

SweetJoyGirl · Answer

It is not bad. I am ok with it, until I start feeling suffocated. I do believe partners should give each other space sometimes. I like my alone time, and I would prefer a partner he understood that. 😅

MeGo99 · Answer

Sure, to some extent, but being too clingy can be really draining and a major buzzkill. You want to be with someone who has their own interests, hobbies, and friends, not someone who only hangs out with you and has no life beyond your relationship.

NamerOfStars · Answer

Well, right now, the idea sounds fantastic, but that's mostly due to years of isolation and touch starvation. I realize that overall, it would cause problems.

Maybe_Maybe_not · Answer

Any  simplistic binary system of thoughts  will stop you from really getting in touch with the world. EXPAND your cosmos , it's an order ! You are dismissed. 😆

PeachyPie93 · Answer

Depends, like if I am busy don't bother me.. but if I'm not I love cuddling and being clingy together lol.

SugarSugarplum · Answer

Here's the thing. There aren't "clingy people". I'm clingy sometimes, and sometimes I don't give a flying photon about people. People have moods.

Xtraclerk · Answer

Starts great, ends tiresome. Having time apart makes the heart grow fonder, helps you grow as a person, and gives you something new to talk about. I would enjoy someone to be mutually obsessed with. But there is no way it can last, it's a fun ride though.

Unit1 · Answer

Gimme, gimme

LazerBean · Answer

It's not that simple. A clingy partner would be good for someone who is also clingy. People should get someone who is similar to them.

paledreams · Answer

In my mind, it's so good. It's so, so very good. Unless they're moody, complaining or unpleasant in any way, shape or form. Same as if a woman found a man creepy, vice versa 😬🪠🤓👎🏻

SeriouslyNotSerious · Answer

Clingy in bed? Sounds fantastic. 😛 Clingy in everything? Ruuuuuuun.

Hsisjwbwbjsjd · Answer

Depends on the other person. One is not objectivity better than the other.

ArrowheadSW · Answer

I dated a clingy lady for 3 years and it was awful.

BonzoInBitburg · Answer

A little bit of cling is good but clingy usual comes with insecurities and then it becomes tiring

Nikki1989 · Answer

It is always bad. Clingy is usually another way of saying controlling.

AIexandra · Answer

It's very disturbing for me and fellas who don't like physical touch a lot. It can be disgusting sometimes, I wouldn't want to have a clingy partner , honestly

art84 · Answer

I like my alone time so if a girlfriend was clingy in wanting to be with me 24/7, I just wouldn't know know how to react to it. Would it fine yeah unless it's to the extreme.

patrick994 · Answer

I wouldn't mind, as long as it's not too sticky..

Anonymous · Answer

I want a clingy partner but only if the attraction is there. So far I've only been attracting clingy guys that I'm not really attracted to.

dragoblack · Answer

All depends on if they understand when to be and when not to be clingy. Also depends on physical and ego. Ego clingy is way more a turnoff that physical.

exitseven · Answer

Probably better than one that just ignores me all the time

MushyKiwi · Answer

I mean, depends. I like a guy that likes to cuddle and stuff. It's sweet. ♡

KostasKouvalis · Answer

Good, because it shows they genuinely enjoy your company

Hispanic-Cool-Guy · Answer

Bad. I don't care how much you like or love anything, If it's too much the time will come when it will get on your nerves and bothersome.

Likes2drive · Answer

It can be annoying after awhile but if it’s done in moderation it’s ok

Iron_Man · Answer

It shows that they care and they can’t live without you. That’s a good side.

Jupiter1 · Answer

Respect my  space  (literally) and time please.

beefcakebradybatson · Answer

If they're SUPER clingy, they can be a problem.

Ladsin2 · Answer

They love harder, but the chance of getting stabbed increases exponentially.

Crazzyyworld · Answer

You have to take control of men if you can. Don’t be afraid!

Anonymous · Answer

How clingy? I mean a little clingyness just says they care.

EmmaStar24740 · Answer

To a point is ok, going overboard, no it's awful.

melnc · Answer

Mid clingy ✅ Extremely clingy ❌

molonski2 · Answer

Worse than tiresome.

MemeSupreme · Answer

b-b-b-b-b-bbaaadddddd bad to the bone

ChicoFromThe305 · Answer

Good, I like em, I can't speak for anyone else tho

LiamJHayden · Answer

Too clingy all the time is annoying.

jahaims · Answer

Clingy=emotionally immature

Anonymous · Answer

Too clingy is never good

chocolatetwopointo · Answer

bad, it’d b so awkward and embarrassing

EnjoytheDay777 · Answer

It shows insecurity, so I've been told

Maybeyoutoo · Answer

By partner do you mean marriage?

Fuentes · Answer

I like clingy women lol

TurboAnon · Answer

I would KILL for a clingy woman.

Saggitariusdiva · Answer

lol both

strateguy632 · Answer

Ugh. Bad.

Hotboy_booblover · Answer

Sometimes.. not always

theguy4 · Answer

I like it

OtterMan68 · Answer

Bad, very bad

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