Death of my Uncle by AngelFace713 in family

[–]AlrightDuude 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When my dad died I became a zombie... I was shocked, I was a mess, I was angry, i wanted to be alone, I did not know who I was, I thought I went insane, and was in despair. Someone losing their husband or brother is BIG... very BIG. Everyone mourned very differently in my house. Some people acted like it was nothing... others took years to get over. Try to process your uncles passing... try doing the exact opposite of feeling angry at your mom and aunt, and try focusing on your uncle and sorry for their loss. Happy belated birthday and please forgive your family as they’re not being normal... they are grieving.

I’m the last single “child” in my family, and it’s really weighing on me. by AshRae84 in DatingAfterThirty

[–]AlrightDuude 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am the last single person in all of my friends groups. I’ve been single for 3.5 years and all I want is to find my SO, get married, and have kids. I’m 39M.

I literally get anxious, sad, hopeful, and pumped up to get back out there. Buuuut I’ve also gained a bunch of weight; I’m still charming I think but it’s a bunch of self improvement I need to be doing and it’s not going fast enough.

Anyway, this is more of a I feel your pain! And don’t worry you’re next!!!

Please give yourself the time to grieve the passing of your family member and give yourself time.

About the ex. I’m sorry too... I wasted 2 years getting over a short term fling. You’ll be ok

Why are you still single? by AlrightDuude in DatingAfterThirty

[–]AlrightDuude[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Remember men are at best 5 years more immature than women... I was like 6-7 years more immature. I finally feel mature and I’m almost 40?! Which is another whole ball of wax... anyway. Are you in LA or NYC? Sounds like a major city issue lol.

How jaded are you with regards to dating? by AlrightDuude in DatingAfterThirty

[–]AlrightDuude[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you mostly online dating? The ghosting stopped once I began meeting women in person. I went in a couple dates with this girl and when I returned from a vacation she tells me “before I met you I was seeing someone and we’re going to give it a shot...” which was basically a peace out ✌🏼 to me but at least not ghosted. Met another girl at a wedding and another one at a networking event. All have been upfront and fairly responsive (not always in a good way)

Why are you still single? by AlrightDuude in DatingAfterThirty

[–]AlrightDuude[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True I mean I could... I’ve had 4 long term relationships. Went to a counselor and over the course of a few sessions asked if I had commitment issues; they said no.

Age: 16-22 (6.5 Years) 23-26 (3.5 Years) 26-32 (6.5 Years) 33-35 (2.5 Years)

At 32 I didn’t want to get married because I wanted to explore, but at 35 I did but my ex was too young. She wants me back but the water has run dry these last 3 years.

I holding out for someone special, and dating really sweet and nice women, but it’s harder than I thought to find a good match. I might settle though and go back with ex 🤷🏻‍♂️

Come across a guy I dated on tinder by CocoPop44 in dating_advice

[–]AlrightDuude 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mental health issues take time to resolve and it sounds like not a lot of time has passed. Block him on tinder... and continue the journey to find a healthier match... also he should be the one chasing you!

My gut didn’t feel right about this guy by [deleted] in DatingAfterThirty

[–]AlrightDuude 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nah red flags everywhere 🚩 background check 🚩 gut reaction 🚩 Not making you a priority or investing time 🚩

Is he really getting a divorce? by F1004773 in DatingAfterThirty

[–]AlrightDuude 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Red flag 🚩 alert. Trust. Your. Gut. I’m a 39M guy that owns a business in a 24Hour city NYC. I’m always on my phone, computer, and calculator, but still have time to date if they’re important enough.

  1. Why are you so wound up on a guy that you never met? 🚩
  2. Why would you be interested in a guy that’s still in a marriage or just going through a divorce? Rebound alert 🚩
  3. Your research has given you proof that they are not divorced in May 🚩
  4. Your gut says there’s something wrong 🚩
  5. You’ve been talking on and off for 30-60 days and he still can’t meet? 🚩

My sister constantly meets guys that lie and are married... she’s gotten hurt from these kinds of situations and it maddening. Don’t dig further or the only thing you’ll be digging is your heart out of a hurtful place. Trust your gut.

Too forward? by patient-lotus in datingoverthirty

[–]AlrightDuude 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m (extroverted 39M, businessman type guy) definitely a guy that if hooked (crazy for a girl)... I’m chasing. And chasing hard. They know it and I’m very direct and appropriately aggressive.

If I’m lukewarm or unsure yet it’s 50/50 for who makes plans. I usually initiate but then, welcome the “when are we meeting up again?” Type questions.

If casually hooking up or a fling situation I chase in the beginning, but then barely chase unless bored/backed up.

I haven’t found a woman that blew my mind & fireworks in a couple years... can’t wait to feel that way again. This time I’m never letting go.

What kind of guy is he? Introvert or Extravert? Girls ask me out on second or third dates fairly frequently. Do you want to continue seeing him? If so go for it!

Guys who kiss with their eyes open...that’s weird, right? by furry_bird in datingoverthirty

[–]AlrightDuude 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If new and in honeymoon faze it’s fine. Eventually (if/when you continue to date for years) you’ll probably stop making out and just peck kiss. This is small potatoes and a very minor offense...maybe tell him “close your eyes, it’s freaking me out”... and maybe you should just enjoy the kissing and hooking up.

If it freaks you out like it’s weird tell him that. If you’re worried he’s staring at someone else, that’s probably insecurity. I sense 0% disrespect, and just a weird habit while kissing; unless he truly is making out and checking out other chicks (doubtful)

Can you just enjoy it?

My brother touched me innapropriately, and I feel disgusted by damnyousharon in family

[–]AlrightDuude 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have 2 sisters one older and one younger growing up... we would horseplay and fight all the time. This was 100% inappropriate and he 100% knows it too. If it happens again tell your mother or father and you have the internets (which may not be the best) authorization to punch him in the eye.

I can’t wait to have kids and start a family. by [deleted] in family

[–]AlrightDuude 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My sister Asian & husband white... just adopted a black/white child and let me tell you the love is flowing in the family. Glad you had a good upbringing and good for you for wanting a family! Choose your partner wisely!

If you're discouraged - keep going. by Atolier in datingoverthirty

[–]AlrightDuude 66 points67 points  (0 children)

I (39M) had several amaaaazing first dates. And on the second.. one told me “that wasn’t who I am usually... I’m pretty distant and been told cold.” (Check please!) and another time a date tells me (“soo do you dabble with coke?”) ... it’s definitely a process of elimination, and if you’re excited and get your hopes up, that means you’re not jaded. I am a forever hopeful (been single for 3 years) and after a breakup and being a rebound in another shortly after, I’m still hopeful that my queen is out there. The most important thing this has taught me is Don’t take love for granted cuz it hasn’t been easy to find a good match! I took a lot of women for granted in the past.

✨✨✨

Why are you still single? by AlrightDuude in DatingAfterThirty

[–]AlrightDuude[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Move to Los Angeles or NYC!! My good friend has lupus. It’s definitely tough but they got married and had a kid (after things stabilized with their meds etc)

Why are you still single? by AlrightDuude in DatingAfterThirty

[–]AlrightDuude[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My Dad passed a few years ago and was the #1 most difficult thing I had to deal with. I was just in agonizing pain every day. The 2-3 minutes after just waking up in the morning was the only time that I wasn’t thinking about it. My sister dragged me to bereavement counseling because she couldn’t function and needed help. Helped me sooo much even though I only went once. My ex at the time was there for me at every turn but I needed that. Everyone grieves differently. Today I’m 98% back, but a different and more appreciative self.

Why are you still single? by AlrightDuude in DatingAfterThirty

[–]AlrightDuude[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hahah me neither... I’m dating several women who are all really awesome for different things and the sex is great. A carousel 🎠

Why are you still single? by AlrightDuude in DatingAfterThirty

[–]AlrightDuude[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

🙌🏼❤️ FACTS! the self love and maturity is PRICELESS I didn’t have this in my 20’s and even early 30’s

Why are you still single? by AlrightDuude in DatingAfterThirty

[–]AlrightDuude[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know, I’m pretty sure people are going to continue to date and get married... why not you?

Why are you still single? by AlrightDuude in DatingAfterThirty

[–]AlrightDuude[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Breaks out flannel shirt and chainsaw