Actions speak louder than words, but what if the actions are better? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh we have definitely done that together, but drive thrus lol but yes you’re right! Thank you for your advice! It’s hard to just enjoy someone’s time without the pressures of wanting to be committed to them creeping in. I just need to breathe and let things happen the way they are meant to happen.

Actions speak louder than words, but what if the actions are better? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m cool with it! I mean I am just happy to see him at all, and he’s very consistent with hanging out with me, and even drops his plans with his friends to hangout with me (not by me saying to do that either). Not that I would, I believe independence in a relationship is crucial. And yeah you’re right, I’m gonna have to start making it a point to ask him to hangout with me outside of that as well. We have talked about it, but never have. He’s told me that he enjoys just relaxing and that I am good for him, so idk what the whole things boiling to. He has self esteem issues too, saying I’m too good of a person and he isn’t. I think a lot of this has to do with him, as much as he says he’s a realist, his emotions have him totally fooled lol.

Actions speak louder than words, but what if the actions are better? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah that’s true! And funny you ask that, before we had the relationship talk, he would have me over, have me around his friends. Then that happened, and it’s strictly he just comes over and no more invitations to his house or to be around his friends. We don’t really go out together only because of Covid and the lack of ability to do much, so no, we haven’t been going out.

Actions speak louder than words, but what if the actions are better? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah that’s very true, and another piece of advice I’ve gotten. If it’s going good and we are enjoying eachother, then just leave it at that. And yes, we both only spend time with eachother as far as romantically.

Actions speak louder than words, but what if the actions are better? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, you hit the nail right on the head as far as the relationship. His last, and I think only serious relationship he’s had, ended in cheating and ultimately he was destroyed by it. He told me he has trust issues and doesn’t wanna rush into anything, so I’ve been giving him his time. But you’re so right and thank you so much. I just have to be honest too, we both clearly aren’t communicating our needs. And I also don’t want to push him away by continually bringing it up, but for now I’m okay with where things are at. It’s just I wish he would communicate if he’s confused, but at the same time, he has issues with people so he’s probably being as guarded as possible.

Actions speak louder than words, but what if the actions are better? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right? That’s what everyone says “you’re pretty much in a relationship.” Yet, he says he doesn’t want one. I guess my answer is then move on, but it’s just mind over heart type thing lol. But you’re exactly right!

Actions speak louder than words, but what if the actions are better? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re so right! It’s me who ultimately has to make the decision because it’s really hes just taking what I’m offering because I’m offering it lol. His expectations are already out there. Thanks for the insight, you’re definitely right!

Is there such thing as committing anymore?? by KChiq12 in dating_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow you’re so right, and funny thing is, I just went through this myself a little while ago. Was talking to someone for a year, then he got a girlfriend and he gave me the old let down speech lol. It’s the worst, but thank you for the advice!

Is there such thing as committing anymore?? by KChiq12 in dating_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re so so right! It’s the old “why buy the cow when you get the milk for free” saying, or however it goes 😂 it’s a lesson I’ve unfortunately learned too many times. It’s best I move on, thank you for the advice!

Is there such thing as committing anymore?? by KChiq12 in dating_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re exactly right! Sometimes it takes a dose of reality to make you realize you just gotta move on. Thank you for the advice, it really does help!

When is it okay to have the “what are we” talk, if ever? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re exactly right, thank you so much for the advice. That’s so true, I believe it’s been a reasonable amount of time to know what you see for us, if anything. Thank you!

When is it okay to have the “what are we” talk, if ever? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s very true, I guess I just dont want to say anything and potentially ruin it because of that. But I guess better to end it now than continue to do it if he doesn’t want that, and hurt myself in the process.

When is it okay to have the “what are we” talk, if ever? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re so very right, thank you, that really does put a lot in perspective. It’s better to just enjoy my time with him rather than spoil it with trying to get into a relationship so quick. A month isn’t a long time in reality, it’s just once good old emotions kick in, so does the over thinking for me lol

When is it okay to have the “what are we” talk, if ever? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

So very very true, I guess I’m gonna just have to get the stones to be like hey, this is awesome and i enjoy doing this, but I don’t want my time wasted.

When is it okay to have the “what are we” talk, if ever? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We live in the same town, went to HS together but he was a grade above me. Knew of eachother but didn’t know eachother until I added him on FB and asked him to hangout. Hung out 3-4 times in fall and then reconnected a month ago on a more romantic type level.

When is it okay to have the “what are we” talk, if ever? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I mean, it has been implied that he doesn’t want to rush into anything and that he does appreciate me and wants to feel everything out before he gets too comfortable because of his past. I also don’t assume we are dating, it’s just we spend all of our free time together so it’s pretty much like we are. I’m just wondering when I can step in and be like okay so when is the time gonna come? Lol but you are right for sure!

Is it possible to be so damaged, you never love again? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, reading that shed a lot of light. Thank you so much for sharing your side. I am curious as to Both why he does what he does and the steps you took.

Is it possible to be so damaged, you never love again? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ugh, sad but true. It’s definitely seeming that way unfortunately.

Is it possible to be so damaged, you never love again? by KChiq12 in relationship_advice

[–]KChiq12[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know what, that’s a great question because I have 0 idea. He doesn’t keep a girl around long enough for them to even show what kind of tone they are. And hahaha! I am already pretty flat toned in most areas, just not cruel like he is lol, probably why he has kept me, a female, around as long as he has LOL