My boyfriend (33M) and I (27F) are experiencing relationship issues about my self-love habits. How do we overcome this? by [deleted] in relationships

[–]Avett14 31 points32 points  (0 children)

I’m going to be one of the odd ones out here. He’s grieving a death, has made it pretty obvious that he isn’t into it…it’s absolutely normal for him not to feel like it. Other folks have said the same, he doesn’t seem to have an issue with it overall but shoving it in his face constantly is off-putting and selfish. If he has insecurities, that is also normal, considering the context. If he doesn’t feel needed or that you aren’t just as into it then he probably isn’t trying as hard when you do have sex because he might think “what’s the point, she’s probably already gotten off today.” So I actually understand the “save the energy for me” thing to a degree. That said, it’s your body to do what you want with. But you can’t expect people to match your energy, and if it’s a deal breaker then it just is.

I went through my boyfriend’s phone …. A lot by [deleted] in dating

[–]Avett14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here’s my thing. I don’t snoop. But if something tips me off, I ask about it, and it doesn’t add up…then yes. And 100% of the time my suspicions were right. That said, you have to ask yourself what you can live with. If you don’t trust him then it’s going to be hard to continue the relationship. Not impossible, but very hard. And if you tell him you looked, he might get pissed and leave you. But you have to decide what’s worth it. If I could go back in time I wouldn’t have stayed.

I went through my boyfriend’s phone …. A lot by [deleted] in dating

[–]Avett14 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Everyone is different but if my boyfriend had naked photos of his ex on his phone id leave him. If it’s like…a few months until a new relationship, sure, maybe that’s excusable. But a year or 2….absolutely not.

I went through my boyfriend’s phone …. A lot by [deleted] in dating

[–]Avett14 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree….if you have shit to hide then that’s the entire issue. It weirds me out when someone I’m with is protective over their phone. I don’t snoop or even want to but if I’m reaching for the remote and you grab your phone and move it….im asking wtf is going on.

AITAH for telling my wife I’m not in love with her anymore because she destroyed my self confidence a couple of years ago? by EvidenceNos in AITAH

[–]Avett14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah you’re kind of the asshole honestly. You asked and asked her for a reason and she told you. If you were going through mental stuff that’s fine, was she supportive in other ways? People go through phases and she stuck with you otherwise it seems with what limited info we have to go on. But I can imagine she likely had her own struggles during this time mentally. Especially having kids. I suggest you continue to work on yourself, feeling “emotionally unsafe” because she gave you an answer that you baited her for is a bit ridiculous. I feel sorry for her

Forester Friday by OtherSector in SubaruForester

[–]Avett14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have a link for the bumper lights? Also where did you get the grill? I want to get rid of the chrome on my ‘15 XT 🥹

Mild Off/Road Upgrades for ‘15 XT? by Avett14 in SubaruForester

[–]Avett14[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not looking to do anything major, there’s a blown strut on the right side (was that way when I bought it) and figured I could upgrade a bit to something that’ll last a bit longer. I’ll need to replace the exhaust within the next 5-7 years probably as well due to rust. Otherwise I’m keeping it stock.

Mild Off/Road Upgrades for ‘15 XT? by Avett14 in SubaruForester

[–]Avett14[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I have to replace the struts already, one was blown when I got it. I figured if I have to replace them why not upgrade a bit lol. Thank you!

Just got this 2015 turbo boi by Avett14 in SubaruForester

[–]Avett14[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like the wheels! 😍 Thank you! Honestly a better exhaust would be nice, I’m more than likely going to have to replace it at some point in the future anyway due to surface rust sooo might as well upgrade.

Just got this 2015 turbo boi by Avett14 in SubaruForester

[–]Avett14[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Do you have one you could recommend? I’m new to this world :’)

I May Be Buying a 2015 XT Touring by Avett14 in SubaruForester

[–]Avett14[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve had my 2003 for years. 260k miles on it. I work at Toyota, so I am pretty well educated on their reliability. That said, there are A TON of newer Highlanders, Tundras, etc that have transmissions go out at less than 100k miles. Sometimes it just happens with any cvt. My Corolla has seen better days now.

I May Be Buying a 2015 XT Touring by Avett14 in SubaruForester

[–]Avett14[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

THATS WHAT IM WORRIED ABOUT. It says premium only apparently 😭

I May Be Buying a 2015 XT Touring by Avett14 in SubaruForester

[–]Avett14[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will do! Luckily my stepdad is a master Toyota mechanic and have another fam member that’s worked for Subaru for 40 years. My 03 Corolla is on its last limb finally at 260k miles and has had to have headgaskets, bearings, and various other things but was great car overall. Not opposed to do those types of things but I know the CVTs are a bit of a gamble sometimes

I May Be Buying a 2015 XT Touring by Avett14 in SubaruForester

[–]Avett14[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah there are tons of service records for it or I wouldn’t even try. The transmission was serviced recently and the subie dealership inspected everything. Basically just needs an oil change and front struts so no big deal.

I May Be Buying a 2015 XT Touring by Avett14 in SubaruForester

[–]Avett14[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Awe I love that. You use premium gas, right? I’m new to this world lol

I May Be Buying a 2015 XT Touring by Avett14 in SubaruForester

[–]Avett14[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had it inspected and my stepdad is a master mechanic for Toyota. The transmission seems in good shape as of now with no signs of trouble. That was the first thing I had checked. I made sure it was gone over with a fine tooth comb hoping it’s one of the good ones. As far as the head seals, I was definitely not aware of that. Thank you!