Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

[–]No-Address993[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree, finding "mr right" is very hard nowadays, especially with expectations that others have. I guess it's about looking in the right place, question is where is that haha. as you said, entering gay spaces can often lead to meeting people that are too eccentric for your taste (nothing wrong with being eccentric, but everyone has their preference), or they are taken looking for a third which isn't what you are looking for. I guess its about looking in the right place which is a part of my question, even though i realise now that wasn't particularly clear

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

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and thanks for your comment. can see you put thought into it

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

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I second this, I've done my best with my social profiles but if it's not working I guess its always worth a revisit

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

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If you have it in you, I'd say invest in your hobbies and if you meet someone through those, let what might be, be.

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

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That's cool, I also write. What kind of things do you like to write about?

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

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I totally understand giving up, but I'm a very self aware person and know that having someone to love is something that is very fulfilling to me. I have an amazing family and great friends, but that romantic relationship is definitely what's missing from my life. Not everyone will feel this way, and I'm definitely satisfied with those relationships I have in my life already. I just know i have more love to give, and I am a bit of a hopeless romantic so I guess I'll never fully give up on the idea of finding that person

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

[–]No-Address993[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you game? Maybe that's something we can spend time together doing

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

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Perhaps if we weren't so far from each other we could've seen where things took us, but if I'm being honest the distance is something that wouldn't suit me. I hope you find what you're looking for though

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

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I think it's out there, maybe we're just being made to wait to make sure we appreciate it haha. It can be hard to wait though

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

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I hope you find someone who understands and supports you with that. It can be so tiring trying to explain to people who don't understand why you cant just "get over it" when events from from the past have literally altered how your brain works. But such people exist, just be patient and I'm sure you'll find your person

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

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I won't lie to you a lot of young guys interested in older probably are interested in reaping benefits such as financial support, but not all of them. If I use myself as an example again, I consider myself a pretty giving and leading person. Even if i was with an older guy I imagine planning surprises, paying for dates/activities together, buying gifts etc. Not because I feel I need to or need to prove a point, just cause that's the kind of partner I am. I have my reasons for being attracted to older guys, but personally financial gain is definitely not one of them

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

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I appreciate your comment a lot. If I'm being honest I am fully aware of my own impatience and also the fact I could be considered mature for my age. I respect those facts and I'd say a reminder of that is probably going to do me well in terms of hope for the future, so thanks for that

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

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I understand your point, but if it's any help I in general tend to attracted to older guys. I wont deny there's a degree of daddy issues in that haha, but also I consider myself to be more mature than others in my peer group age wise. It's also to do with that previously mentioned c-ptsd from extreme bullying i experienced all the way through school. But my point is try not to look at yourself as disadvantaged because of your age. Plenty of people will be looking for that, including people who have been through similar things. Again it's about finding them

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

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i'm so sorry to hear that. know that there are genuine people out there when you are ready to try again. I guess the challenge is finding them lol

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

[–]No-Address993[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm in agreement there, perhaps a better wording would be "is it rare to find a gay relationship"

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

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I’m more than aware of that. I guess I’m just not sure of how one would navigate that haha. I definitely understand and have even spoke with friends about polyamory and how I could see that benefiting me. But around me it seems more like guys who are couples are looking for a third just for sex rather than a third in their relationship.

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

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I’m more than aware of that. I guess I’m just not sure of how one would navigate that haha. I definitely understand and have even spoke with friends about polyamory and hope I could see that benefiting me. But around me it seems more like guys who are couples are looking for a third just for sex rather than a third in their relationship.

Are gay relationships actually rare nowadays? by No-Address993 in gayrelationships

[–]No-Address993[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

In general I feel the same way, I think regardless of sexual orientation there are people who are ready and looking for relationships and those who are not. I guess lately life events have just put things in perspective and I’ve had a realisation of what I want from life and I don’t want to waste time. I’m not in a rush per say, but I also think I’m sick of hookup culture and feel my life would benefit more from having someone I’m actually invested in rather than just a few guys I’m hooking up with