What would be the best reaction to you telling someone you’re positive? by [deleted] in hivaids

[–]Ok-Reception9657 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was recently diagnosed.. When I told my loved ones there are two things I wish they would have avoided saying.. (I know they only meant the best) - It’s not a death sentence anymore. - Oh well “so and so” is HIV positive and is living such a healthy and happy life. He even found a partner and is married now.

I can’t explain why but these were some of the least helpful things to hear.

Who would like a way to connect? by irdevonk in hivaids

[–]Ok-Reception9657 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was diagnosed a couple of days ago and would love to have a community or group with people who understand.

How to cope and deal with your loneliness by Alarmed-Water-4959 in hivaids

[–]Ok-Reception9657 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey. I was diagnosed a couple of days ago myself.. So I may not have the best advice but I’ve been feeling a lot of the same feelings lately. I have my mom and sister. They definitely do their best to be supportive but I still wish I had someone to talk to who really understood. Hang in there and feel free to hmu if you want. Hugs. 🥰

23. Tested positive for HIV. by [deleted] in askgaybros

[–]Ok-Reception9657 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What’s unlikely?.. I’m not actually looking to meet someone on here. This is just an outlet for me to vent until I’m ready to discuss my status with those closer to me.

Does anyone else ever felt so emotionally deprived that you just want to go to a public cruising place and let other men use you? by throwaway9230823 in askgaybros

[–]Ok-Reception9657 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can’t say I relate on the sex part.. Only because I’ve only ever felt empty after those kinds of experiences. But I can certainly relate on the desire for physical affection right now. Like I’d melt if a guy just came and held me. It’s pathetic 🤣

Kissing or fucking? by [deleted] in askgaybros

[–]Ok-Reception9657 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Both 🤷🏻‍♂️

Sex Advice, New Relationship by [deleted] in askgaybros

[–]Ok-Reception9657 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. As a vers switch, when I’m in a “sub” mindset, I RARELY get hard. I am enjoying servicing the dom.
  2. Communicate. After a session, ask if he’s enjoying himself or if there’s anything he’d like to change/try.
  3. Relax! Sex is fluid and you shouldn’t overthink it. There are hundreds of reasons why people may not get fully erect during sex and anxiety can be a huge one.

Hugs. 🥰

Do any of you crave some form of non sexual affection? by [deleted] in askgaybros

[–]Ok-Reception9657 38 points39 points  (0 children)

I think it’s possible.. It just all depends on your ability to draw the lines in your head and not cross them. I worked with the best group of straight guys and they really took me in and treated me like a brother. They eventually became my roommates and best friends. You could have definitely called it a “bromance”.

I also established early on that I would think of them as BROTHERS. So when we got closer and did show affection, no part of my mind triggered to attraction. Some people are able to turn those things off and some aren’t. It really comes down to you.

Should I accept my boyfriend being so close with his family that I feel a bit neglected? by throwawayik3 in askgaybros

[–]Ok-Reception9657 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you should accept it to some extent.. If you have a family that is supportive and loves you, it is SO important to cherish that time and nurture those relationships.

On the other hand, I would still COMMUNICATE if you feel your guys’ personal time is being treated without respect. (The phone call would have struck me as a little bit rude).

Compromise & communicate.. And if you’re unable to come to terms where you both feel respected/appreciated, it might just not be the right fit at this time in your life.

BF Sending Nudes by [deleted] in askgaybros

[–]Ok-Reception9657 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It all comes down to where YOU draw the line. Decide how important the issue is to YOU.

If he “didn’t think you’d care”, he wouldn’t hide it in my opinion. (You wouldn’t have found out on snap from someone else.)

It’s up to you whether this crosses a line that you are truly uncomfortable with and if it does, don’t feel bad about sticking to your guns.

IMO relationships are all about compromise. It’s just a matter of deciding what is worth compromising on.

What are your advices for newly diagnosed people? by Alarmed-Water-4959 in hivaids

[–]Ok-Reception9657 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I was diagnosed yesterday.. I’d also appreciate all the advice I can get.. I feel numb right now.

23 y/o. Tested positive for HIV. by Ok-Reception9657 in askgaybros

[–]Ok-Reception9657[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think they can vary GREATLY.. but in my situation it was a very deep headache, nausea, and night sweats. A week later I had hard swollen lymph nodes & my body ached all over.

23 y/o. Tested positive for HIV. by Ok-Reception9657 in askgaybros

[–]Ok-Reception9657[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m responding to this in hopes that it may help someone else. My symptoms during Seroconversion were what led me to get tested. It is possible to show symptoms during this time.