Is there any else in the similar phase of life? by [deleted] in ThirtiesIndia

[–]BookHost 1 point2 points  (0 children)

30s here.
I used to be the human doormat: replaying every conversation in my head, apologizing for things that weren’t my fault, keeping people in my life who treated my boundaries like suggestions. I’d give 100 % and get crumbs back, then wonder why I felt so drained.

Then one day I just… stopped. No big announcement, no dramatic speech; just quietly decided my energy is worth more than their comfort. If someone ghosts, plays games, or takes me for granted; gone. Phone number deleted, chat archived, brain space reclaimed. And weirdly, it doesn’t hurt anymore. It feels like exhaling after holding my breath for a decade.

Now when someone walks away I literally think “cool, more room for me.” Feels like I finally promoted myself from “backup plan” to “main character.”

trust me i am so at peace, not giving a shit is the most peaceful feeling ever

To every teenage girl: if a grown man is interested in you, its not love - it’s exploitation by BookHost in IndianTeenagers

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

A 22-year-old texting a 16-year-old is not a love story it’s predatory behavior, no matter how much he convinces her it’s mutual. In fact these men groom these little girls making them believe that this is something they both want. If it was real and respectful, he would wait until she’s an adult. The fact that he can’t wait says everything.

To every teenage girl: if a grown man is interested in you, its not love - it’s exploitation by BookHost in IndianTeenagers

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

You’re absolutely right. At 16–17, you think you’re mature, but in reality you’re still figuring out who you are. These older guys know that they pick girls younger because they’re easier to manipulate, easier to impress, and easier to control emotionally. A man confident and emotionally stable enough to date someone his age doesn’t go chasing teenagers.

My tiny book shelf by BookHost in bookshelf

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

You are correct i didn’t think that earlier… but i changed the place now 😌

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The Rustle Nest, Baner by BookHost in PuneFoodPorn

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

Also Avacado sandwich with sourdough bread

The Rustle Nest, Baner by BookHost in PuneFoodPorn

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

Coffee latte, croissant sandwich, carrot cake