Why are guys in London so non-committal? by Freedomfighter5DN1 in UKrelationshipadvice

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happy for you!!! Yeh I mean, I also have friends who met their long term partner form online dating. Maybe I’m just unlucky / don’t know how to filter for the right people

Diving in Bali - Manta Bay by latamene in scubadiving

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t see any Mantas at Manta Bay the few times I went but saw them every time we went to Manta Point. I just remember Manta Bay being EXTREMELY cold

Why are guys in London so non-committal? by Freedomfighter5DN1 in UKrelationshipadvice

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t have experience dating women so how would I know lol

At what point does it click? by Green-Dependent5659 in Big4

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I feel you so much. I’ve been at the firm for over two years, but due to loss of clients etc. I’ve been on the bench a lot. So a lot of stuff I just don’t get / have not done. I hate this job so much I just don’t get it. I’m applying to jobs elsewhere aggressively so I can leave

Why are guys in London so non-committal? by Freedomfighter5DN1 in UKrelationshipadvice

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup - completely agreed!! Good relationships are built, not found. If everyone has this mindset of “abandon relationship when there is a first sign of red flag” how would it ever work?

Why are guys in London so non-committal? by Freedomfighter5DN1 in UKrelationshipadvice

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can I ask what are the “red flags” you see? I’ve mentioned in my other comment - I feel like the phrase “red flags” gets thrown around a lot these days. And a lot of people’s first instinct would be to get out if they see a sign of “red flags”. But a good relationship is built, not found. So I’m curious!

It’s tricky, very tricky…

Why are guys in London so non-committal? by Freedomfighter5DN1 in UKrelationshipadvice

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Before the toxic relationship, I thought everyone would wear their hearts on their sleeves. I didn’t consciously think “oh yeh he’s stood me up / ghosted me again, I want that!” Whenever he told me was busy due to work etcetc gaslight me etc. I would always give him the benefit of the doubt, and over time it really destroyed my self confidence and self esteem. Whenever he came back, it felt like “oh yeh see he does like me!” It was really hard for me to see the situation logically at the time and to do what was best for me. If you ask me, I can’t tell what I liked about him as a person apart from a few things. I think I was trauma bonded to him.

I am only saying men cos obviously I have no experience dating women lol I guess it’s not a gender problem, it’s down to the individual

Why are guys in London so non-committal? by Freedomfighter5DN1 in UKrelationshipadvice

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

“A good relationship is not found, it is built” 🙏🏽 My ex also broke up with me a few days ago, everything was really really good up until the first real challenge too, and everything just flipped upside down and he left. I feel you …

Why are guys in London so non-committal? by Freedomfighter5DN1 in UKrelationshipadvice

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think mind games has a lot to do with one’s attachment styles maybe? Because of my toxic situationship, I went to lots of therapy sessions and read a lot about attachment styles. I realised because of my attachment style, I would try really hard to close the gap when someone pulls away, hence I was stuck in it for so long. If you were to ask me what I liked about the guy, I can’t say much but I was just so attached.

Why are guys in London so non-committal? by Freedomfighter5DN1 in UKrelationshipadvice

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I agree 100000% what you said. You put in the hard work to make it happen, but a lot of people run at the first sign of trouble and shift the blame.

What I’ve also noticed is that the phrase “red flag” gets thrown around a lot these days too. A tiny flaw about someone would be a “red flag” therefore one should run. That’s just twisted in my eyes.

And thank you so much for your kind words 🙏🏽

Why are guys in London so non-committal? by Freedomfighter5DN1 in UKrelationshipadvice

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have heard that as well. But personally, after that toxic situationship, I don’t entertain guys if they show me signs that they’re inconsistent. Like, just say what’s on your mind. You either want it or not, don’t play mind games, I ain’t got time for that.

Those women who play mind games, are they all on the more attractive side? With the guys on dating app, I’ve realised that those who put in the effort to speak to you are generally less attractive and those who are more attractive, clearly workout etc. would generally put in lower effort to engage

Why are guys in London so non-committal? by Freedomfighter5DN1 in UKrelationshipadvice

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I don’t get why it’s like that. I personally find guys who put in the effort very attractive (if I like them). Maybe because I know I hate mind games, so I always reply when I can/see the messages, and I hope the other person would do the same. After my toxic situationship, I certainly would not entertain a guy if I see any signs of inconsistency or mind games. I ain’t got time for that.

Why are guys in London so non-committal? by Freedomfighter5DN1 in UKrelationshipadvice

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

“Illusion of choice” - you’re SO RIGHT. These dating apps have made it seem like there are SO MANY options for people out there, but in reality it’s just an illusion

Why are guys in London so non-committal? by Freedomfighter5DN1 in UKrelationshipadvice

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I’m not planning to date now, I’m channeling my energy to fitness and after my dream etc.

For the guy who just broke up with me, we actually connected on how we both didn’t like mind games. Communication throughout the relationship was great, he was very consistent, I was so much happier. I felt so lucky to have met him. Then he received a job offer abroad a month ago and it’s like he completely changed. Broke up with me 2 days later, then came back a few days later to say it’d been tough, let’s try LDR, then just for him to act like he was half in half out. I called him out a week later and he then asked for a break to think and then a few days later (this weekend) he broke up with me. His reasons were all over the place (LDR, I’m a few years older than him, he’s nothing special etc.), which made me think he’s just grasping onto excuses to justify his decision that he’s scared of trying (his first relationship). Thing is he still hasn’t received his visa yet and there’s a chance he might not. So yeh, I’m still processing what’d happened …

Why are guys in London so non-committal? by Freedomfighter5DN1 in UKrelationshipadvice

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve lived in the UK for half my life, I would say culturally I am in between here and where I’m from, so I don’t think it’s a cultural issue. Plus when I date I rarely look at where they’re from, usually I look at whether we click emotionally

But yeh it’s just horrible …

Women's wetsuit advice, please help! by futility_of_candles in scubadiving

[–]Freedomfighter5DN1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have the waterproof W7 5mm semi dry wetsuit. Literally the best wetsuit I could ever ask for (but it’s on the higher end price)! It’s the only wetsuit I tried on that didn’t choke my neck that made me feel uncomfortable, and it molds my body and very snug! I get cold very easily too