Search Results: needing space

How can I support a boyfriend who asked for some space when he has troubles at work?

My boyfriend is having a tough time at work. Currently, he took a break from work because it has been really stressful to him and distanced himself from me. He can stay a day without calling me or texting, or replying to...

Anonymous

(30-35)

Is he still interested in going out?

I asked a guy out for drinks, and he said yes. We started planning it out, but then I upset him. I let some anxieties get in the way, and I told him he didn't have to go if he didn't want. I also over messaged and...

Anonymous

(30-35)

"I need space" to "I want spend more time with you"?

I startes dating him last summer (2021) And up until April 2022 i kept hearing "i need space... i need time for myself... im not ready for serious relationship" We were dating all this time, sleeping together We moved to...

Anonymous

(36-45)

Talk Listen Ratios: A Concept

I decided to write this post after losing a friend. I didn't feel much resentment when we stopped talking. I actually feel rather free now. I believe that his talk-listen ratio is to blame. Let me explain: Talk listen...

AnonyWoman4309

Xper 7 Age: 26

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Hobbies & Leisure

How much acoustic foam did you need to make a difference?

Musicians and sound engineers, how many square feet of acoustic foam (and of what type) did it take to make a noticeable difference when trying to deaden your practice space or studio?

Sixgun77

Yoda Age: 49

Dating

Should I reach out after not hearing from him?

I've been seeing this guy for one month and a half. He's not my boyfriend and we haven't had that talk yet. We see each other regularly since we met at, at least twice a week. We like spending time with each other and the...

Anonymous

(36-45)

I told my close friend that I needed space from our friendship and she never responded?

I think the reason I wanted space is bc I don’t like the closeness. I don’t know if it’s the “closeness” or if she might actually have some attraction towards me. I feel stupid for thinking it and I don’t want to feel...

Anonymous

(25-29)

What does it mean when a guy says you confuse him?

I asked a guy friend out to grab drinks. He initially said yes and started texting more enthusiastically then he's ever done in our whole friendship. I asked where he'd want to go and made a suggestion and he was super...

Anonymous

(30-35)

When he’s depressed, how do you help?

How do you help him, support him when he is depressed? He wants space but also wants to know I am there but I can be there for him in the way that would help and still give him the space he needs

Lovesick40

Xper 4 Age: 44

Dating

How to stop being a little punk and start approaching women?

I need some help when it comes to actually approaching women. From when I was younger it felt easier. Currently, it seems like I have no will to approach women nowadays. It seems that most of the ones that I have dealt...

Anonymous

(36-45)

Other

If someone asked you to lie for them or be their alibi.. would you do that?

Generally I wouldn't! Especially with some serious stuff, like a cover up for a crime or something. I ain't going to jail for someone else smh But my cousin called me, I met her just last year after my father passed...

melanieeeB

Influencer Age: 32

Am I being unreasonable or is he?

Recently my mom died and I'm heartbroken I was very close to her she was a good mom 💔 my friend came over but he has done nothing but leave a mess, got annoyed with me because I didn't feel like cooking as I'm grieving...

Anonymous

(30-35)

Break Up & Divorce

Have you ever reconnected with an ex?

My ex and I were together about 3 1/2 months. He split up with me a little over a week ago saying he had too much shit to deal with in his life and couldn’t deal with someone else. Personally, I feel like an old problem...

Anonymous

(36-45)

Why did he block me? Why isn't he trying to fix things?

He told me he wanted to be friends... but I didn't want to be just friends but I finally gave in and accepted to be friends, but told him I needed a little bit of space then I told him I was going to move on... in fact I...

Anonymous

(25-29)

Long distance relationship worries?

So my boyfriend and I have been dating for almost 3 months. We are 3.5 hours apart. Everything was fine until this past week. He lost his job about 2 weeks ago so his finances haven’t been the greatest. He has a lot of...

Anonymous

(30-35)

Was anyone here sent to a psychiatric hospital by their parents and if so, did it sour your relationship with them?

I haven't spoken to my parents for years because of it. When I last spoke to them and told them how the trauma of the experience destroyed my quality of life, they cried crocodile tears and said that they just didn't know...

Anonymous

(36-45)

5 things that sound unhealthy in a relationship but are actually fine

1. Sleeping in separate rooms There is no rule that says you must sleep in the same bed every night. If you want to sleep in your own room, do it. 2. Keeping secrets Not every single thing needs to be shared and this...

soz11122

Xper 5 Age: 26

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Religion & Spirituality

Why do I need a kid?

What purpose does it serve me? Really? God sake It's expensive, cries, pukes, and just... yeah.. expensive. I have too medical bills to pay and birthing a baby will get me in more medical debt. 🙃 I hardly make enough at...

RedPassion95

Xper 3 Age: 31