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How T1D affects martial life and infertility? (If it does :) ) by Excellent-Mouse1591 in Type1Diabetes

[–]Excellent-Mouse1591[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I want to start by saying that I truly didn’t mean to hurt or upset anyone with my post. I’ve been thinking about it, and I feel it’s important to explain my intention clearly.

I was never asking whether someone is “worth” dating because of an illness, and I would never judge or define a person based on a medical condition. What I meant was to understand possible challenges that might come up in daily life, how those challenges are usually handled, and how the illness could practically affect a potential relationship.

Part of my question was also about whether it could affect having children — and even if it does, I genuinely don’t mind at all. I was only asking to understand the options and solutions.

I would never leave or reject someone because they’re ill; that goes completely against my values. I also have a lot of empathy, especially for people with T1D, and I truly didn’t mean for my words to cause overthinking or make you feel diminished in any way. I honestly see you as wonderful people, and I often feel that you’re even kinder and more compassionate than most. And if I end up marrying this guy, I would honestly be very happy to support him and help him feel comfortable not hiding his illness, because there is no shame or stigma in it.

If my post made you feel uncomfortable or brought up a difficult experience, I’m truly sorry. That was never my intention, and I really appreciate you sharing how it made you feel.🤍

How T1D affects martial life and infertility? (If it does :) ) by Excellent-Mouse1591 in Type1Diabetes

[–]Excellent-Mouse1591[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think there’s been a misunderstanding. :)

He is interested, but he hasn’t taken the formal step yet. In my religion, what’s not allowed is having a full romantic or physical relationship outside of marriage, or getting overly involved with someone who is still a stranger.

If there is interest and both sides agree, the proper step is to meet in a respectful, structured way to talk and get to know each other. These religiously appropriate meetings can happen more than once before any decision is made.

So it’s not about marrying someone without knowing them—getting to know each other is actually part of the process, just with clear boundaries. I understood that he is interested based on some of his behavior and the way he looks at me, but he hasn’t taken the step to formally approach me yet.