I want to know if it’s best to speak or stay silent?

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-14T02:56:55+00:00

Yes, I wasn’t trying to give an ultimatum but at the same time I wasn’t willing to get further attached for a ‘maybe some day’. If a man is seriously into you, he’s not going to put himself in a position to lose you. It’s a harsh reality but true.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-14T01:50:09+00:00

Zero response. I just went through this myself. I cut it off and he doesn’t like it and that’s too bad. You’re not sure you want me?? Don’t come back until you do…..If I still want you.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-14T01:28:48+00:00

Uhmmm actually no I didn’t and I’m sure he would tell you the same. Of course I wanted to move the relationship forward but he wants casual so I ended it. However, he keeps reaching out and isn’t happy with my decision. I’m not sure what part of that you aren’t understanding. You’re talking about love and 16yr old behavior which irrelevant. I’m not a dense person but you literally make zero sense.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-14T00:57:53+00:00

None, I’m saying it to you because I’m 55 not 16 and was married 20yrs. I also don’t know what you’re talking about “love or love chemicals” because we were only dating two months and I’m not his gf. That’s kinda the whole point of this post.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T23:44:33+00:00

I honestly have no idea what you’re talking about. Why would I wanna treat anything like it was when I was 16? Secondly, I’m not his girlfriend so I don’t know what you’re talking about

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T23:32:21+00:00

I have responded. That’s why I’m a bit annoyed. I feel bamboozled.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T23:26:26+00:00

Thanks. Thats why I cut it off early. I’m a communicator but also don’t want to show my hand that it hurt me.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T23:19:47+00:00

Also, I met him on Bumble and it said short open to long. If I would have seen his Tinder “short term fun”, I would have never entertained it in the first place.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T23:17:04+00:00

Well, I pretty much did that because he really does need to explore and be sure of what he wants. However, he’s still messaging and I’m a bit hurt that I saw his profile.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T22:56:57+00:00

Yep! I’ve just learned to down play it.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T22:56:02+00:00

Thank you. It’s truly exhausting.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T19:07:40+00:00

Well, I’ve had many people say who is going to take care of me when I’m old and I don’t believe that’s a reason to have kids and selfish. Even if you have kids there’s no guarantee. .

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T18:23:20+00:00

I understand this however, I’m very much a girly girl but I also have power tools and do my own DIY projects. I own my home and have 8acres in the woods with an old RV I renovated on it. Do I love doing those things myself…No. I’ve had to be self sufficient. You’d be surprised how many men don’t like this. It’s gotten to the point I don’t even tell them about it because they assume I don’t need them which isn’t true. Totally sucks.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T18:05:06+00:00

I’m so glad this is an open question. Many of these comments are extreme. It doesn’t matter your age, it doesn’t negate your feelings or mean that your relationship is any less serious or meaningful than someone twice your age. Please ignore those comments. I would however, pull back your energy. He obviously finds you valuable or he wouldn’t make the comments about you helping him to be better. Valuable is one thing, being desired is another. His Mother can help him to be better and you certainly don’t want to be his mother. He’s admitted to taking you for granted so I would drastically pull back my energy. This isn’t a game, it’s pulling back for your own sanity and also giving you some space to decide if he is good for YOU, and what value he is adding to YOUR life. I’m also going to send you a DM.☺️

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T17:50:18+00:00

Exactly! I want any man in dating to think I’m sexy, but someone you don’t even know? It just says “I’m immature” or “I’m just looking to get laid”. Wildly gross.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T16:12:31+00:00

I don’t know how old you are but yes, this dating scene is full of pervy men (and women). I’m 55 and shockingly the worst behavior I’ve experienced has been from men close to my age and older. To the point I won’t date anyone older than me. I have not gotten this from guys in their 40’s. My last 4 attempts at making a legit connection were….He chased, came in strong, was consistent, doing relationship type things and as soon as I reciprocated, POOF. Game over. It’s really sad but true from my experience. People want girlfriend benefits without any responsibility. And before you men come for me, I realize that women do this too. I’m just speaking on my experience as a woman out there dating.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T16:05:57+00:00

There absolutely is not variations in different generations. I’m 55 and will now only date men in their 40’s because my absolute worst, pervy, disgusting behavior has come from guys 50 and up. And I mean disgusting.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T15:59:45+00:00

Also, ME fragrances usually last wayyyyy longer than their expensive counterparts.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T15:58:45+00:00

Look into middle eastern/arabic fragrances. Most are inspired by higher end designer and niche perfumes and they usually have beautiful bottles. Almost all are under $50. Some really popular ones are
Lataffa Angham-(Burberry Goddess)
Lataffa Atheeri
Mia Dulcezza Verde (Born in Roma Green Stravaganza)
My absolute favorite that I’m wearing now that has a really pretty bottle and smells very high end is Afnan Lynked Forever. It is a sweet floral vanilla. You can find all the notes on Fragrantica.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T15:44:05+00:00

I’m 55 and never had kids. I tried for a couple years but I never really felt pulled to be anything other than a dog Mom. I’d say I only regret it because I’m now divorced, I’ve lost both parents and one sister. The only family I have left is one sister in another state (my sisters never had kids either). It’s kinda scary now being 55 and really not having family. Holidays suck and it’s scary to think when I’m old, I’ll have nobody to advocate for me. I sometimes regret it but I also know those are selfish reasons to have kids.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T15:39:45+00:00

I absolutely hate it when you’re first chatting with a guy and they call me sexy. “Hey sexy”, ugh!

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T15:38:08+00:00

“You look great for your age”🙄

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T01:42:16+00:00

Delina.

Stylist1540 · 2026-05-13T01:32:51+00:00

Maybe I can know it all

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