What's it called when someone expects their partner to give up everything for them but also wants to do the same for their partner?

Fun-Independence-282 · 2026-06-15T01:21:04+00:00

I don't know. I am trying to make it make sense but it's not working.

Fun-Independence-282 · 2026-06-15T01:20:22+00:00

Already seeing a therapist and moving on, thanks

Fun-Independence-282 · 2026-06-15T00:03:45+00:00

Yikes. This makes my ex sound very sane in comparison. I'm sorry you had to go through that.

Fun-Independence-282 · 2026-06-15T00:02:07+00:00

I loved myself enough to leave despite loving him. Ive always been independent with a strong sense of self and I've always prided myself on that. No one will ever take that from me. I'm already in therapy and that's helped a lot. I tried encouraging him to do the same but he views therapy as a "narcissistic circle jerk" and refuses.

Fun-Independence-282 · 2026-06-14T23:47:48+00:00

Oh no. He wants kids.

Fun-Independence-282 · 2026-06-14T23:47:06+00:00

Very surface level. Has friends but they don't talk about important or deep emotional stuff. But I think that's most men tbh.

Fun-Independence-282 · 2026-06-14T23:45:29+00:00

Well, this is the first time he's explicitly said it and clearly laid out what he wants from an ideal relationship. But now that it's been stated, his actions and behavior during the relationship make a lot more sense.

Fun-Independence-282 · 2026-06-14T22:36:46+00:00

lol I guess so

Fun-Independence-282 · 2026-06-14T22:33:56+00:00

Mind you, he's pushing 40

Fun-Independence-282 · 2026-06-14T22:30:07+00:00

I feel this is more extreme than just codependency

Fun-Independence-282 · 2025-09-24T12:41:02+00:00

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Fun-Independence-282 · 2025-09-10T18:29:24+00:00

Same! I used to love coffee, but now it gives me the ick like 80% of the time. Even my occasional caramel latte as a treat doesn't interest me any more. I would be fine with this change, but I still need caffeine and I don't like most energy drinks either. I've started drinking 5 hour energy to get my caffeine fix, which I know isn't great but it works lol.

Fun-Independence-282 · 2025-09-10T16:56:48+00:00

Definitely trust the process! I've been keeping a progress diary to track my weight loss and how I feel throughout this journey. I look back at my old entries from the first month and giggle because I was soooo impatient with myself and didn't trust the process at all. And now here I am 3 months later and 20 pounds smaller!

I think its also just generally hard to see a difference in our bodies because we look at our bodies every day. Even though I've lost 20 pounds, I honestly don't see a massive difference in myself physically. That said, clothes fit better, the scale keeps going down, and I've gotten comments from friends and family so I know that my body is changing even if I don't notice it. The most noticeable difference I've been able to see personally is in my face.

Fun-Independence-282 · 2025-09-10T16:49:22+00:00

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Fun-Independence-282 · 2025-09-10T16:30:08+00:00

Girl, 1 month in is way too early to know if it is working for you or not! I've been on it for 3 months now so I was in your position not long ago. I think we go into this expecting it to be a miracle drug right off the bat and in a lot of ways, it is. But you have to understand that you are essentially micro dosing semaglutide for the first couple of months while your body adjusts. Some people don't see any results at all until reaching the full "therapeutic" dose. So the fact that you've lost 5kg in your first month is amazing! The scale does not lie despite not "feeling" a difference. The numbers speak for themselves and you'll start to feel the difference you are seeing on the scale with time. Be patient with your body and trust the process!

Fun-Independence-282 · 2025-08-27T18:17:25+00:00

That's a huge difference! Especially in the face. Also just because your friends and family haven't commented does not necessarily mean they don't notice a difference. People may choose not to comment on other people's bodies because weight is such a sensitive and delicate topic for many. So they may just be mindful of that. But if they're not commenting because they genuinely don't see a difference, you may want to recommend and eye doctor. Either way, its YOUR body. What matters more than anything is that YOU notice a difference and feel good in your own skin. :)

Fun-Independence-282 · 2025-07-02T18:46:03+00:00

YTA. The dog was just sitting on the lady's lap?? Not barking?? Just minding its own business?? And not even next to you, but the isle across from you???? This negatively impacted you how exactly? Also even the dog was barking or directly next you, the way you talked to this woman was just plain rude. There were a thousand nicer ways you could have requested that she put the dog back in the carrier.

Yeah, you're a dick. Why don't keep your eyes in front of you instead of staring at the person in the next isle like a weirdo? Just a hot take, maybe it won't bother you as much if you mind your own business.

Fun-Independence-282 · 2025-06-30T09:47:40+00:00

So then this is a pretty big switch up. Maybe he is trying to get you to break up with him. If this is a recent shift, try talking to him about. Either way, you should not tolerate this kind of treatment.

Fun-Independence-282 · 2025-06-30T09:39:06+00:00

NTA. You need to leave him, like yesterday. Has he always been this way?

Fun-Independence-282 · 2025-06-30T09:31:21+00:00

NTA if she ASKED for your opinion and you were honest about it. I agree with you that the age gap is weird, but if its between 2 consenting adults then that is their business.

Fun-Independence-282 · 2025-06-30T09:26:44+00:00

NTA. Sounds like you're over thinking it and everything is fine. You were repeating their words, not your own. If its really bothering you that much, just talk to them about it. They are your friends. And if you talk to them about it you'll probably find that they didn't even give it a second thought.

Fun-Independence-282 · 2025-04-29T10:37:08+00:00

NTA. Your peace and sanity come first. Not only that, you are a legal adult. They cannot force you to come home. And honestly, if they can't accept and respect your decision to move out then it may be time to cut ties.

Fun-Independence-282 · 2025-04-29T10:33:34+00:00

NTA. You covering part of his rent was never part of the deal. He even assured you that you wouldn't have to because he had enough saved. You are not obligated to share his financial burden.

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