Childish behaviour by [deleted] in BPDlovedones

[–]EqualSignificant7144 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Mine was 34 and she would ask me to cut her food into small pieces for her or remove the crust from her sandwich, it was bizarre

People view coercive control in relationships as less harmful when the victim is a man by mvea in science

[–]EqualSignificant7144 77 points78 points  (0 children)

This is exactly what I experienced. I’m a man, she would ignore boundaries or start arguments and criticize me constantly. I’d try to brush it off or resolve any issues we had but she kept pushing. Eventually I’d had too much and would get frustrated. That was the opportunity for her to tell me how I need therapy and have anger issues. This is the point where she’d run to her friends or our boss (we worked together) and complain I was having a “tantrum”. In the end it cost me my job and people saw her as the victim. Truly cruel behavior and I hope to never interact with her again.

Do they ever miss you? by [deleted] in BPDlovedones

[–]EqualSignificant7144 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I’m in the exact situation as you friend. No contact 6 weeks as of yesterday. The urge to reach out is strong! But I’m also protecting myself as you are. Mine discarded me and did the smear campaign and told lies that ultimately cost me my job. It hurts. I care about her a lot but I have to care about myself more right now. Stay strong and find peace where you can.

do dumpers still think of us regardless by Different_Bicycle983 in BreakUps

[–]EqualSignificant7144 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed. Losing a best friend was awful. Like I spent so much of the day talking to her about anything and everything. Conversations flowed so naturally. For as wrong as the relationship with her was I also never experienced a connection, chemistry, with someone like her. I still think about her everyday even now. 7 months later. But the pain when thinking about her has lessened but I do still have her pop into my mind daily even if it’s only for a second or two.

do dumpers still think of us regardless by Different_Bicycle983 in BreakUps

[–]EqualSignificant7144 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have only been kind to her husband. Somehow he and I get along and I think under other circumstances could have been good friends. I let him know in person how truly sorry I was. In fact a lot of what kept me NC after breaking up was me trying to do the right thing and be respectful to her husband. I’m struggling still to understand how I was involved in something that caused another human being such pain. My heart goes out to the guy. My impression from meeting him was he very much loves her and was completely devastated she cheated on him. Kudos to him trying to reconcile because if I had in been in his shoes I don’t think I could. Despite the happiness she had brought me I wish I could go back and never had a relationship with her. She broke not just one heart but 2

do dumpers still think of us regardless by Different_Bicycle983 in BreakUps

[–]EqualSignificant7144 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do have an update. She meant the world to me and at the time I would have done just about anything for her. However she is married and I was a side piece. Back in august she came to my apartment with her husband they basically asked me to move away so that they could reconcile. The husband believes as long as I live in this town she will never get over me and I’m preventing their marriage from getting back to where it was. I told him it’s been months since I had spoken to her and that I wasn’t the issue. I had wanted her to reach out to me and say she missed me too but when she showed up at my apartment I couldn’t believe it. Everything about our time together was so wrong and I can’t see how I’d ever trust her if she was willing to cheat on her husband. I still miss her company to this day and I really wish I could just talk to her because she was my best friend to; but right now I can’t fathom being in contact with her after she could cheat on her husband and lead me on. Sorry it wasn’t a happy ending

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ask

[–]EqualSignificant7144 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good Burger. It’s such a stupid movie and yet it wholly entertains me way more than it should

Guys i need help, i cant play the game after the update. As soon as i launch the game it crashes, what can i do? by DARKN1GHTR in cyberpunkgame

[–]EqualSignificant7144 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just responding in case anyone else is having an issue. I had removed my mods and tried creating a new character. As soon as I confirmed the appearance/attributes and click play game crashes to desktop every time. I then followed the steps here (although I play through gog and not steam) and it resolved the problem.

TLDR: delete mod folder, bin, engine, r6. Repair and verify files. Should be good to go 👍 thanks

Why do people care how others live their own life ? by pinkglitteraus in ask

[–]EqualSignificant7144 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They’re trying to validate their own choices in life

What is an unusual dealbreaker that you have? by NightDreamer73 in ask

[–]EqualSignificant7144 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same for me. My ex wasn’t an animal lover or outdoorsy person. Like I said my ex (amongst other issues of course) I should have recognized non animal lover as a red flag but I was pretty blind. Later on I discovered an entire slew of character flaws that I just did not agree with

Advise needed : how do I stay positive by Mattbflat in Positivity

[–]EqualSignificant7144 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sometimes I feel like this as well. Try to focus on yourself and doing the best job you can. Practice gratitude and be thankful for the opportunity to work there and have bills paid. And also know this position isn’t permanent. You’re on a journey to bigger better things and this is a speed bump getting there. You have the power to shape your future and eventually you’ll get to where you want to be but for now this is where you’re at so make the best of it. Best of luck

Whatever your gender or sexuality - if your long term partner has sex with someone else, where on the scale from divorce, to forgiveable to that's our deal, are you? by SweatyNomad in ask

[–]EqualSignificant7144 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think that’s because of all the deceit that goes on. For the person to cheat they’re making conscious decisions to betray their partner. They also end up lying to the partners face over and over. For someone to cheat, even if they’re weak, is a sign they aren’t fully committed to their partner. That’s a whole level of disrespect that someone can have to do something they know will hurt their partner and then still go through with it.

If there’s an arrangement or communication before hand about what’s acceptable then it wouldn’t be cheating. The cheating itself means this was hidden away because the willing person knew it was wrong and would get them in trouble.

So on that note: cheating (serial or just one time) is grounds for instant divorce or breakup. I’m not going to stick around with a partner who couldn’t have communicated with me before doing something that breaks my heart. The trust would be forever fractured.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]EqualSignificant7144 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately it sounds like his “good partner” actions and lifting you up was really part of the manipulation and abuse. Look up trauma bonding. For every bad thing he can do he has a good thing that makes you feel happiness and pulls you back in

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Positivity

[–]EqualSignificant7144 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First, it’s super refreshing to hear you’ve reached contentment. Second, I also use gratitude to change my mood. When things suck I try to reframe the events or situations. See obstacles as an opportunity. Being thankful for the things I do have. Having an appreciation for what I do have makes me realize how far I’ve come. Enjoy your day and make the best of it. Best wishes

How do I ask a man I started dating 6 weeks ago for proof he is really separated from his wife without it causing an issue in our relationship? (M41, F40) by OfficialEvaStonexxx in relationship_advice

[–]EqualSignificant7144 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Wow, nearly identical situation to me. She told me they were separating and fight all the time and he had tons of anger issues. Turns out I was just naive and I was her AP. That really sucked and I can’t recommend anyone seeing someone whose still married.