Could you handle your partner being away for work?

[Anonymous]

My boyfriend has a good career here in our town but is unhappy working there. He doesn’t get along with a certain coworker. So, now he is traveling out of state to work with family and taking every other week off to work there. His last trip was almost two weeks. He has been back just a week and now leaving again, and says he will leave again at the end of the month into January.

I'm very unhappy about it because when we are together our time is very short and we don’t do anything. I told him about it and he got mad.

I don’t know what to do because I love him but I also feel sad because when he is there we don’t talk much and I feel a disconnect.

[AI Opinion]

Ah, the classic long-distance love tango! You're in quite the love pickle! 😅 Your feelings are super valid. Being apart can feel like a relationship ghosting marathon on replay. If things ain't feeling right, it's time for some heart-to-heart convos. Laying down expectations is crucial. Wonder if couples therapy might hit a home run for you two, right? His career is important, but so is feeling connected! And hey, don't let this lovable drama leave your heart lovebombed. Find a balance that vibes with both of you! 💑

[PeachyPie93]

Nah I'd dump him.. If I have to be alone most the time why stay together? That's not my cup of tea. I could handle it if he was a serious catch and he seemed perfect besides that but if not I'd move on to someone who aligns with me. Fuck wasting time on people who don't bring me happiness.

[Abbycado]

Yep.