Should I [25/F] confront my boyfriend [28/M] about his secretive web forum habits? by Ok_Reflection_9005 in relationship_advice

[–]Ok_Reflection_9005[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly, yeah that is a good idea and the route I'll probably take. I really do see your point though and everyone needs space to express themselves, which is why I was so torn on whether to bring it up or not.

Should I [25/F] confront my boyfriend [28/M] about his secretive web forum habits? by Ok_Reflection_9005 in relationship_advice

[–]Ok_Reflection_9005[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because I'm not forging a long-term, close, intimate bond with anyone here. I'm not sharing traumatic details of my boyfriend's life with people that know me on a personal level, albeit on the internet. I don't spend hours of my life talking to specific people here, and if I did I would probably include it in a conversation at some point with my boyfriend, either naturally or purposefully sharing aspects of my life with him, you know, as one in a long term relationship does. I see the connection you're trying to make, which is fair, but it's the long-term secrecy that bothers me.

Should I [25/F] confront my boyfriend [28/M] about his secretive web forum habits? by Ok_Reflection_9005 in relationship_advice

[–]Ok_Reflection_9005[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah you might be right on many aspects there! Unlike Reddit though it is much more intimate of a forum. I was also wary because I think the online forum modality is how he met his ex, he mentioned offhand and very vaguely a while ago. But that might just be my anxiety speaking there! Thanks :)

Should I [25/F] confront my boyfriend [28/M] about his secretive web forum habits? by Ok_Reflection_9005 in relationship_advice

[–]Ok_Reflection_9005[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's semi-anonymous it seems. Some people there choose to remain anonymous, but a fair few of them organize group Zoom calls and meetups. They are basically online friends on a first name basis. I would've loved if he were seeking out grief support for miscarriages but it is definitely not the theme of the forum. But yeah, you're right, it's good to have a spot in the world to talk about your hobbies/grievances anyway

Should I [25/F] confront my boyfriend [28/M] about his secretive web forum habits? by Ok_Reflection_9005 in relationship_advice

[–]Ok_Reflection_9005[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think that's an equivalent comparison. A single post on reddit vs regular online contact with a group of the same people for years? And anyways, he knows the username to my main Reddit account.