Search Results: affection

Why do people love being single?

I have been single my whole life. After work, I have nobody to talk to about my terrible workday, if it was a bad day. During the hardest times of my life, I have nobody to give me a hug. Sometimes, you spend the entire...

Anonymous

(25-29)

Have you ever told a partner "I love you?" Did you mean it when you said it? Did the relationship succeed?

I have never said "I love you" when I did not consciously mean it, but I have said "I love you" when what I was feeling was some affection and excitement, but not love. In retrospect, I probably should not have said "I...

OlderAndWiser

Influencer Age: 71

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Girl's Behavior

Is it weird that as a woman I avoid showing emotion because I dont want to be seen as weak?

I dont cry ever in front of anyone. i've only done that once since i was like 10 and it was because i couldnt contain myself. I downplay any emotion i have to others and i dont admit it when i'm scared or hurt by...

Anonymous

(45 Plus)

I dont cry ever in front of anyone. i've only done that once since i was like 10 and it was because i couldnt contain myself. I downplay any emotion i have to others and i dont admit

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Am I in love with him yet?

When I’m with my boyfriend, I feel like everything is right in my world; just like when we’re apart. I trust him not to be unfaithful, without question. I feel like I don’t want to sleep with or date anyone else....

SmileyLady

Xper 5 Age: 37

Do I break it off?

I feel like im in competition with other women when im with him. he's just so friendly to other women. And i get so jealous. It makes me look like an awful girlfriend. We have vrchat we met on vrchat, and he...

Anonymous

(25-29)

Reasons why romantic partners may be disingenuous and pretending to be someone they’re not

Keep in mind some of these reasons are more nefarious then others. So watch out for the warning signs someone’s not who they say they are. Fear of rejection: Fear of rejection is one reason someone may pretend to be...

Summeroflove

Influencer Age: 30

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Should certain people not want love or to know what it feels like to experience affection?

So the thing is I have posted on here about relationships and wanting a relationship and the thing is it often gets turned into your not entitled to or deserving of a relationship. So the thing is I think my whole...

Anonymous

(30-35)

Family & Friends

Why do I get so emotionally attached to people so easily, yet I'm scared of intimacy and vulnerability, and I'm scared to get too close to anyone?

I often feel that I'm one of the only people of which, once I care about you, I never really stop caring, even if I know it's best we part ways or we no longer have anything in common. I often think about former friends...

Anonymous

(30-35)

Am I messed up for being jealous of my girlfriend’s friend?

So for some reason, I keep thinking my girlfriend is bi. But I know it’s all in my head because she told me she’s straight. However, I think it stems from her not being affectionate towards me. I literally had to stop...

Anonymous

(25-29)

Break Up & Divorce

What if the only thing keeping you alive is a person that broke up with you?

I understand that life can feel pointless after a breakup and that the only person who can really help myself is me because I am the only person (along with the other partner) who knew what was going on in the...

random_girl95

Xper 6 Age: 22

Should public displays of affection be frowned upon in certain zones?

In parks for example especially with walking/nature/hiking trails, it seems inconsiderate for people to use it like their living room or bedroom. Couples get to hold hands and kiss nearly everywhere in public while...

Anonymous

(30-35)

How do you know if you’ve lost feelings for your partner?

Lately I’ve been growing more distant from my boyfriend. I don’t get as excited when I see him and I’ve been showing less affection. I could just chalk these up as me losing feelings for him BUT I’ve also been struggling...

Anonymous

(30-35)

Does a guy like when his partner shows him affection with physical touch or emotional bonding?

Does a guy like kissing, hugging, having sex more than talking, doing hobbies together?

Eempriyanka

Xper 4 Age: 28

Guys, Are you braver after a few drinks than you are sober?

While some folks seem to be able to express themselves just fine on a regular basis, others seem to require a touch of liquid courage before an encounter with someone for whom they harbor feelings of deep affection....

DishLady

Master Age: 52

Is infatuation really needed for a successful long-term relationship or marriage?

Do most relationships have that or can it jump straight into deep connections, compatible goals, genuine affection, loyalty, respect and deep love, not just admiration and feeling the highs. Do you really need to be...

Shelly2002

Xper 5 Age: 24

Do most relationships have that or can it jump straight into deep connections, compatible goals, genuine affection, loyalty, respect and deep love, not just admiration and feeling the

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Why do things change?

Why do men change after a timeframe of being together? I’ve been with my partner for a year and 3months. We’re with eachother daily, is that why? We hardly kiss, unless I initiate it first unless he’s leaving for work,...

Anonymous

(30-35)

Is it rude to not always say “I Love You” back?

I usually ever only say I Love You when I’m overflowing with love that I can no longer express it through my action/affection. I show love more physically rather than verbally so sometimes saying I Love You feels a bit...

Anonymous

(30-35)

What are signs a man has been sexually abused?

Long story short, my boyfriend (49m) has a bizarre family situation. His deceased father was convicted of messing with minors (i dont know the details) & his mother (whom he lives with) runs her house like the bates...

Anonymous

(36-45)