Search Results: communication in a relationship

Is 14 years age gap too much?

I'm a 35 year old male and i like a girl who is 21 years. In fact she liked me first and when i asked her out she was happy to date and get to know one another. But within a week of dating she said she couldn't stop...

Tom067

Xper 2 Age: 40

How to cope with my anxiety for the next few weeks?

My boyfriend is busy studying for 2 very important tests that are 2 weeks away. In the meantime, I'm trying to control my anxiety and emotions. I miss him terribly. He's drastically reduced texting and other communication...

Anonymous

(30-35)

Why would a guy say he wants to be casual and sometimes act like he’s in a relationship - it’s confusing?

He says he wants to be casual and yet he knows I’m a virgin and I’m not willing to just have sex straight off the bat with him. I asked him whether it mattered and he said it doesn’t and that he respects my decision. So...

Anonymous

(25-29)

No longer a couple but saying each other "I love you"?

I had a LDR with my ex for a year and a half. It worked pretty good: many travels together, daily communication and meaningful moments. But now it ended in a rare way: he is going to live even more far away (for two...

Anonymous

(30-35)

Education & Career

What Are Good Examples Of Communication In A Relationship?

Even if you're uncomfortable with doing certain activities (making certain life changes), how would you express your boundaries or standards without being disrespectful?

Question_091

Xper 4 Age: 34

How to not get mad when texting?

So whenever I put some effort or thoughtful texts to my girlfriend it will show that she read it but realistically she didn't actually because whenever she opens her phone it sometimes opens up to it right away. This...

Anonymous

(30-35)

A break or a break-up?

Hello all, Sooo... I fell for a girl, she was interested in me too. I met her through working with her. We love each other but hit a snag... Or hopefully not the end. She said to take a break, no specified time. While...

Anonymous

(36-45)

Is it bad I don't consider romantic life a priority?

i suck at communication... that's a known fact. If I ever get to the point of life when I want companionship, I'd casually date but I just consider relationship burdensome. Would it affect how you judge me as a person?...

fonduegirl

Guru Age: 25

My ex acts like he wants to get back together, but I’m scared of his intentions. What should I do?

Our relationship ended pretty abruptly, sort of out of nowhere. It was definitely a in heat of the moment ordeal. What caused it was external factors, save for our inability to communicate well with one another. It’s been...

Anonymous

(25-29)

Question for any guys or girls?

Has anyone gone to therapy for relationships, anxiety, communication etc? I am thinking of going for therapy...

Anonymous

(36-45)

He broke with me because he is busy, will he change his mind?

Our relationship was the best we both ever had (he told me that). He's in his last year of medical school and moving around states for placement. He told me he can't be fully committed at this time because of distance and...

Andeebee

Xper 5 Age: 29

Other

What is the reason a man would be very curious about a particular woman?

I'm confused. Not sure how to ask this question properly but let's just say that you are dealing with a player. You were never in a relationship and you no longer give him attention/ give up the goods (lol) yet he is...

Anonymous

(30-35)

Was he really bragging about other women?

Ok so here's the deal. I love his confidence. I love that he knows he looks good, but to brag about it is a no no. In my book at least. Me and my man are in a very committed relationship with great communication and we...

Mimi_ox

Xper 4 Age: 38

Will our relationship last?

On our first date my current boyfriend made a move on me to have sex, which we did. He even told me that he loves me and asked if we are now boyfriend and girlfriend. At first, I told him no and that I wa sa not...

Anonymous

(25-29)

Can he change his mind?

My boyfriend (now ex) is doing is last year of medical school where he will be in different town for the next year. We agreed 2 months ago when he left that we would do long distance for a year, meet many times and keep...

Anonymous

(25-29)

What makes healthy communication in a relationship?

When people say communication is the key for a good, healthy relationship, how exactly do they get there? What strategies or techniques do they use?

Paolaa988

Explorer Age: 27

Would you break up if he never proposes?

Hi, I have a 7 year relationship with a great man, he's intelligent, responsible, honest, has a great career, we share a lot of values in common and have the same belief, both practicing catholics, plus he is handsome,...

Anonymous

(30-35)