How long is too long to give someone there space?

[Chantie2812]

My boyfriend had been acting distant for awhile. So of course I confronted him about, he new the way he was acting, but it just got worse. I told him how I felt, and basically he told me he wanted a break. I was pissed, so I said no break, we break up or were together. He didn't want that he said he needed a few days because he had a lot going on with his moms health, he was worried about me and my problems(which I think is bullsh*t), and with his company. I respected him and gave him his space. But the next day he texted me saying hey... that totally defeats the whole purpose of giving you space. But right now I am going crazy! I miss him we haven't talked since Wednesday and its now Thursday... Like wtf .. how long is to long?

[Albinoninja66]

I don't know how old this question is but I stumbled upon it while looking up shit about giving my girl space and I've got to be honest with you here. From the sound of it you're way too clingy and are being incredibly selfish right now which is probably why he wants space. If he asks for space you give it to him whether you like it or not. My girl didn't ask for space but I could tell she needed it and offered it to which she agreed that she did and thanked me for noticing. Honestly you're lucky as hell that he didn't just leave you for being so rude about giving him space. and ONE day is so terrible? He's still contacting you because he wants to keep in touch but not spend every waking moment talking to you or hanging out. Sorry for being harsh but you really need to grow up.

[CashMoneyAllDay]

Hmmm...hate to be negative..but there's something wrong with your relationship...any time a boyfriend/girlfriend acts distant..it usualy means something bad..

maybe he's lost intrest,you don't turn him on..who knows..i would TALK TO HIM..one on one..and ask him straigh up how he feels..dont get mad and put him on his guard...maybe you have acted too clingy..too controlling...i know sometimes I need space and time alone from my girlfriend [we live together]...

doing the same old thing everyday of the week..seeing each other every single dya..it cna get old fast...

I would personally give him maybe 1-2 weeks..let him see if he misses you..

[Chacha10]

Let him go for a while ( at least a week). No texting, no emails and no calls. Let him miss you! Get together with your girls, go to the gym. Do things totally for yourself. If he is worth it, he will be there for you. If not, let him go. A "break" is kinda ridiculous. Let him go for a while.

[TheGreek]

give it one week. that is, in my opinion, a good enough of a break to realize you miss/need someone (or that you dont)