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Search Results: fear of rejection relationships
Why is life such a cruel b*tch? PLEASE advice.
I'm a 28 year old University graduate, with a steady job and reasonably good income. And then I'm a virgin, strict vegetarian, totally refrain from alcohol and smoking, and an atheist. I have valid reasons for this and...
Anonymous
(36-45) Do men ever break up with women they are developing feelings for because they fear rejection?
If a guy fears rejection, could that cause him to break things off with a woman he is possibly falling in love with? Perhaps allowing a relationship to deepen sets him up for the possibility of rejection? I know most...
Anonymous
(45 Plus) How does losing a parent to suicide affect a child's ability to have intimate relationships later in life?
If a young child loses a parent to suicide, could it affect their ability to form healthy intimate relationships as an adult? Could such a tragic event lead to difficulties with trust, intimacy, fear of rejection and an...
Anonymous
(45 Plus) Why is he being so selfish? How to cope with rejection?
I met this guy long time ago on a trip abroad, we had a great time and I never thought I would meet him again in my life. A year after that I moved to NYC and he reconnected with me again. We started seeing each other,...
Anonymous
(36-45) I'm so scared to let go, and allow him to love me!! Sometimes I don't know how to act.
Gut telling me to stand strong, and fight for him. Heart, is saying to let go a love him, and let him love me back. . my mind is saying Run, don't trust he'll use you, he's playing me, rejection! !. I can I express the...
brownginger
Xper 6 Age: 47 How to overcome fear of approaching women?
I've been single now for almost a year and I want to get back into a relationship again, problem is all my dates have come from online and recently I haven't had any success.. I've never approached a woman in person cuz...
dodger87
Xper 5 Age: 48 How do you stop having a fear of rejection?
I really want to take the initiative when it comes to men and ask them out. I feel like I have missed so many opportunities at dating because my fear of rejection is far greater than ever forming a relationship with...
Anonymous
(30-35) Ladies I need some help here!!Fellas ur welcome to chime in.?
Ladies say a guy rejected ur initial attempt to pursue a relationship with him.. A relationship, like casual, cause committing to a full exclusive relationship wasn't possible at the time. Timing just wasn't right but you...
brownginger
Xper 6 Age: 47 How do I let a man know that I am interested in him romantically without appearing desperate?
When I moved into my last place, the out-of-state homeowners employed a local family friend/neighbor to assist with handyman-type work on the property. The guy, who I didn't know before, is a few years younger than me and...
iNeedHelpASAP
Xper 5 Age: 40 How do you know you're ready to date?
When I was younger I had a poor perception of relationships. I used them to make me feel safe. I relied on my boyfriend and I had a fear of abandonment. I'm assuming my fear of abandonment is due to my adoption and...
Lafemmedeschats
Xper 3 Age: 31 My ex and I hope for a future together- how to get away from the stress of the breakup and enjoy things again?
Long story short, my long term and long distance boyfriend and I broke up a few months ago. Our relationship was really good until I transferred to a college farther away and the distance started getting between us. He...
Anonymous
(36-45) Was VERY interested and then said let's be friends? Please read.
I've been talking a guy lately and despite me being reluctant at first about a relationship with him, I've been coming around. I've been wanting for quite some time to talk to him in person about how I've been feeling but...
Anonymous
(36-45) My ex contacting me after 10 years
Hi I was with someone on and off for about 7 years it was casual for him but I kinda went along with it as thought so much of him. I would break free and be in a relationship with someone else but when these relationships...
Anonymous
(45 Plus) Why don't women give me a chance? Should I just stop?
I am an intelligent, respectful, charming, and laid back guy; and yet women always seem to pass me by. I have a great job with good benefits, I have a bachelors degree, and an associates. I plan on furthering my education...
Anonymous
(30-35) I Don't Have A Fear of Rejection But..
.. a fear of being hurt again or making the relationship work. Just as it says in the title and sentence above. Lately, I've been wanting to ask a couple of girls I've been talking to (no I wouldn't date them at the...
jmowen
Explorer Age: 37 Do you have trust issues?
Lately, I've been really hesitant on dating women, especially those a few years younger than me (in their mid-20s). I have always had a serious trust/commitment issue despite never having a serious relationship at all....
jmowen
Explorer Age: 37 How do I overcome my fear of rejection?
I'm a 27 year old man, and I have never asked out a woman in my life. The reason for this is that I'm TERRIFIED of rejection. I always feel that if a woman rejects me, its extremely humiliating,and I'm not good enough for...
Anonymous
(36-45) Have you ever been in a relationship but liked someone else more?
Maybe you liked her or him before your relationship? Maybe things never worked out? Rejection or fear if it? Do you still like that person? Are you still with your girlfriend or bf
Anonymous
(30-35) Why are you single? what do you usually reply when asked?
I'm so sick of people asking me this. And I don't have a good response as to why I'm single. I've never had a boyfriend (I'm 20) and I have plenty of reasons why I'm still single but I hate explaining myself to people so...
Anonymous
(30-35) Does "going slow" mean really I want to end things or can this be a good thing for a relationship?
Wondering if people have experiences with this and what where the outcomes...Dating a guy about 2 months, things have moved fast like meeting some family members, spending weekends together, talking every day etc...we...
rockchick123
Xper 5 Age: 44 