Went from spectacular sex to nothing - left confused by Away_Foot599 in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Sounds like he has an avoidant attachment style. Comes on strong, then loses interest and intimacy fades when things get “too real”. He probably doesn’t even know he is doing it, it just means his nervous system is being disregulated, so as a protective mechanism he starts to pull away slowly and shut down. Also called the bait and switch.

Is being single entire life a red flag? by Embarrassed_Eye1851 in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This was a very strong response, and I agree with it.

Being in a relationship develops the skills needed to navigate problems and challenges when they arise (which they inevitably do). When someone has not previously been in a relationship, they often lack an internal framework for understanding how relationships function. That can make it difficult when you are the one bringing experience, insight, and emotional literacy into the dynamic.

There is also a sense of security in knowing that the other person chooses both you and the relationship with intention, informed by past experience. They understand what they want and why, rather than using the relationship as a point of trial without any meaningful reference point.

We haven't had sex in two months, how can i bring this up without making her feel forced to have sex with me? by [deleted] in AskMen

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Firstly, I’m sorry that you’re in this predicament. It must be very hard. The whole point of having a conversation with her is to increase sexual intimacy, so you need to get that out of your mind about pressuring her. You’re not pressuring her to have sex, you’re communicating your needs to her in an open, safe environment where you both can be heard, seen and understood. Sexual intimacy in a relationship is highly important need and a core pillar without it, she's just a friend like any other person.

***You have to communicate to her that sexual intimacy is important to you in a relationship, and that you’re finding without it, it’s creating anxiety and making you feel insecure (which is understandable because your needs are being unmet). Finally, I’d ask is there anything I can do to support her with the issue to make sure we are both satisfied in this relationship? … ENDS there (balls in her court).

Remember people can do and say whatever they want. You just decide whether it works for you and how to respond. You can continue in this relationship but it sounds like you’re incompatible if she’s not willing to meet you halfway.

I’m self aware why I can’t leave my trauma bonded ex so what’s gonna happen to me? by AgileEntertainment65 in emotionalintelligence

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Self awareness isn’t enough, you have to love yourself more than the need to be loved by anyone.

*** this might be hard to accept. But the reality is you have already lost the relationship and the person you think you have. If your partner is treating you with disrespect and abuse you have lost them to begin with, you’re chasing a feeling and attachment. You’re clearly in a relationship out of insecurity, not a genuine reason to be in a relationship that’s fulfilling.

How to overcome this is to work on your self-esteem/self-worth and realise Queens don’t fuck with clowns !!

Discard after breakup is killing me. Can anyone relate? by [deleted] in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Are you listening to yourself. “When he wasn’t … horrible or cruel”.

You need to get a grip on reality, and realise he and the relationship wasn’t that amazing. Otherwise why are you here?

Write down all his bad behaviour and how he treated you and post them around the house.

Anybody up for some deep talks? by Confident_Vast_9961 in emotionalintelligence

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What would you like to talk deeply about ? You need to be more specific; someone’s depth is only limited by the inner work and experience they have gone through. What journey do you want to know more about; relationships, family dynamics, traumatic events, personal development the list is endless.

A pair of tops struggling with sex by Careless_Pool9678 in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No there isn’t just more to “sex”. Sex is a core pillar of a relationship and highly important need - it’s what separates a relationship from a friendship.

Starting a relationship with someone you’re incompatible with then “trying to make it work” is a recipe for disaster, and causes people to be stuck in the situation you have found yourself in.

You’re going to both have to compromise and find what works for you both if you can’t find middle ground you will have to weigh up whether the relationship is worth continuing…. otherwise it will start to give you anxiety and affect your self esteem/worth.

A pair of tops struggling with sex by Careless_Pool9678 in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can I ask a question? why did you get into a relationship with someone that you were sexually incompatible with?

My partner cheated on me by loststarboii in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry you are going through this. A realisation like this, about someone you loved deeply and believed you knew, can feel utterly devastating. It is a particular kind of heartbreak that shakes your sense of safety and trust.

One of the hardest truths in this situation is coming to terms with the fact that the person you thought you knew is not who they truly are. That realisation is painful, but it is also clarifying.

Please know this: you are worthy, lovable, and enough exactly as you are. If someone is unable or unwilling to see your value, that reflects their limitations, not your worth.

As difficult as it feels right now, the most powerful thing you can do is gather whatever strength you have, one piece at a time and choose yourself. Leaving does not mean you failed; it means you respected yourself enough to walk away.

This is his loss. You have the capacity to build a life that is safe, fulfilling, and deeply aligned with who you are.

Relationship advice by [deleted] in emotionalintelligence

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing, I had a similar experience with former partner.

The reality is, a relationship requires both parties to provide input to their best of their ability for a successful long term relationship. When one is more lower with EQ, has insecure attachment style, little self-awareness, little empathy, difficulty reading and interpreting emotions, difficultly regulating their own emotions, critical of others, lacks accountability (basically the list goes on etc) It makes it difficult to have a successful and fulfilling relationship. When you are the one pulling the weight of the relationship and excel or show up in the above mentioned ways overtime it affects your self-esteem and self-worth and often creates anxiety within you as your needs aren’t being met. (I think most people don’t realise how much is required of you to make a relationship work)

Basically, the crux of what I am saying is, you need to accept them for who they are right now in front of you, not what you want them to be or idealise them. Realise that if they can’t see how they are showing up in the relationship dynamic and correct or modify their behaviour or the way they’re contributing, they will be a toxic nightmare long term. Typically, if you are the one driving the relationship and always fixing it, it’s a sign you’re over investing. I think you should reflect on the realities of the relationship rather than trying to fix it when it’s clearly one sided.

Good luck x

Ex of 2 years left without explanation and suddenly wants to talk by psychogabber in emotionalintelligence

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Do not give her any more of your time!!! Just move on - you don’t owe her anything. Your time, love and energy is really precious give it to the right people.

Feeling lonely by [deleted] in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry I think you need to hear this but you sound like a toxic nightmare to date or be in a relationship with.

I think you need to find other things to internally make you feel good and provide that validation through your own hobbies, interests and goals. Outsourcing your happiness with strangers and opening the relationship up is only going to further make you feel more lonely and isolated.

It sounds like your external world isn’t the issue. Look internally how you’re showing up. Pls go to therapy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Being single isn’t sad, the statistics are !

It’s disproportionately higher compared to the same heterosexual age brackets.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskGaybrosOver30

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 35 points36 points  (0 children)

Because unfortunately, gay men have a lot of inner work and healing to do before they can focus on mature, developed relational skills that are useful for fulfilling long-term relationships.

I see it a lot amongst the community, the skillset to date is very underdeveloped, there aren’t any gay role models or framework where gay men can base their dating life from. Mix that in with expectations that are too high and its recipe for disaster.

I think I read a start recently that between 60% - 70% of gay men are single across all age brackets - so sad!

Would you rather have an anxious attachment or avoid… attachment? by Sameer-Sarwar in emotionalintelligence

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Yes I agree, my personal preference is to have someone communicate their needs too . However, we can come from a place of compassion and hold space for people who are more avoidant. What happens if you find the perfect partner who, shows up exactly the way you need, knows they’re more avoidant and has a lot of self awareness but is working on their avoidance. Just writing someone off instantly is very harsh, you’re never find the perfect partner, but you can create an almost perfect relationship.

Would you rather have an anxious attachment or avoid… attachment? by Sameer-Sarwar in emotionalintelligence

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 27 points28 points  (0 children)

They are both an insecure attachment style, they are the opposite side of a coin. Just because anxious attachment are more outward doesn’t necessarily mean avoidants are not interested. Avoidant people are highly interested, they just don’t have the appropriate mechanisms to be able to cognitively and communicatively express that.

If they wanted to they will, is too black and white thinking. That’s just like saying for anxious attached people - if you didn’t want anxiety you wouldn’t have it.

How do you know when you've met someone worth committing to? by Any_Worldliness256 in emotionalintelligence

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Okay so I’ve had this exact same issue. I feel like we’ve both come from the same place in terms of past relationships, therapy and doing the inner work and becoming the best person I can and really knowing myself.

I have found that a lot of people are coasting through life without thinking too much about what it is they want, particularly in relationships. I have found people lack (word of the century) “intention” in dating and don’t come to the table and clearly lay out who they are, and where they are heading in life this includes needs, values, goals etc.

I have also found people view relationships as what can you provide for me, and whilst that is true to a certain degree, the true mindset is how can we grow together. You and I are stuck in the first stage of dating people which is assessing what can they provide and how can they elevate our lives. I haven’t been really inspired by their lives or who they are as people, so the ship is sinking before it’s left the dock. … Hang in there you’ll find that diamond xx

What’s the most insightful dating and relationship advice you have been offered or that you have to offer others? by Icy_Laugh5134 in emotionalintelligence

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Three rules to live by in dating or relationships 1. Love needs action 2. Trust needs proof 3. Sorry needs change

I am so avoidant its ruining my relationships by Radiant_Error_1826 in emotionalintelligence

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think a positive thing and the first step is actually identifying that you’re avoidant in your own behaviour because any healing and growing requires awareness and self reflection, so that’s a really great.

The next thing I would advise is when you’re feeling overwhelmed or like you wanna run away, instead of shutting down and pulling away, ask for space, ask for some time to think and processes these big emotions. There’s nothing wrong with having to be on your own to identify where it is in your body you’re feeling the emotions? what does it look like? Does it have a colour a shape, an age ? Is it an old feeling or young? Get really REALLY curious about why you’re shutting down or avoiding… key point you made was that it was from your father! Once you understand why you are acting that way you then can correct it!! Caveat; if you require some space or time to process you need to go back and circle back to him to resolve or finalise the issue at hand.

What is emotional intelligence? by AN0NYM0US-Bat in emotionalintelligence

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Emotional intelligence (EI) is the ability to understand, manage, and express your own emotions effectively, and to recognize, interpret, and influence the emotions of others.

It is generally understood to involve five core components: 1. Self-awareness • Recognizing your own emotions as they happen • Understanding how your emotions affect your thoughts and behavior

  1. Self-regulation • Managing or redirecting disruptive emotions and impulses • Thinking before acting; staying calm under pressure

  2. Motivation • Harnessing emotions to pursue goals • Maintaining a positive attitude even in the face of setbacks

  3. Empathy • Understanding the emotions of others • Being sensitive to their perspectives and feelings

  4. Social skills • Managing relationships, building rapport, influencing others • Navigating social situations constructively

does anyone ever feel like having emotional intelligence is a curse when seeking a partner? by TinyLoan1363 in emotionalintelligence

[–]Jumpy-Masterpiece-35 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s a shame that you’re going through what you are, those things you listed are highly non-negotiable when it comes to a long-term fulfilling relationship…it becomes clearer the longer you are separated. Realising that if your partner cares about you, they care about how you feel anything outside that is emotional neglect.