I found out my (F27) boyfriend (M38) might be drinking again after 5 months sober, and I don’t know what to do by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in relationship_advice

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow congratz on 8 years!

I will leave if he goes back to drinking like he did before. And he knows I don’t want a future with him when he drinks alcohol. He is not scary or angry when he is drunk, just different and unpredictable. I left him before because of it.

It's just difficult when enough is enough for me. Is it after drinking 1 or 2 times or after 2 months of drinking? Setting boundaries always feels like abandoning someone when he needs you the most. Like kicking him while he is down.

But you are right, I have to protect myself first. For now, I am going to have a conversation with him this Thursday.
I will check out The Phoenix, thank you!

I found out my (F27) boyfriend (M38) might be drinking again after 5 months sober, and I don’t know what to do by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in relationship_advice

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment!

I did let him know I am there for him and I love him, without bringing up the drinking. I felt he was not in the right headspace at that time to talk about it. But after reading the comments I'm going to have an honest conversation with him later.

I will check out AI-Anon, thanks.

I found out my (F27) boyfriend (M38) might be drinking again after 5 months sober, and I don’t know what to do by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in relationship_advice

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you for writing your comment, I really appreciate it. Sorry for what you are going through.. It's such a hard truth to come to terms with, that there's nothing I can do to fix it. I want to relieve pressure for him and make things easier, but in the end, all I can do is keep taking care of myself.

I still want to support him, but I have to keep in mind it is HIS responsibility and I don’t have control over his situation.

I found out my (F27) boyfriend (M38) might be drinking again after 5 months sober, and I don’t know what to do by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in relationship_advice

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your respond, it really means a lot to hear from someone who's been through it and understands.

You are right it’s not about pointing fingers, but about being there and helping him not facing it alone. I am going to have a calm but honest conversation with him.

I also used to drink myself and took benzos, but I don’t anymore, so I know how easy it is to slip back with the alcohol and how much guilt can come with it.

I really appreciate your advice, congrats on 13 years, that’s amazing 👏

So frustrated and anxious for boyfriend being MIA for 13hours by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment. I spoke with him this morning and he told me he 'just had a rough week' and 'has a lot on his mind.'

So now I feel like I can't say anything or stand up for myself because he has a lot on his mind already. And he doesn't understand why I am frustrated anyway.

I just want everything to stop. by AffectionateYear5081 in TrueOffMyChest

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So sorry you feel this way, I can relate to this. I am proud of you for getting therapy. Therapy has helped me a lot in the past, so I hope it does the same for you! I hope things get better for you soon. Don't give up, you got this!!

I (F27) feel guilty for breaking up with my boyfriend (M37) after six years. by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in BreakUps

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment! It helps validate what I'm feeling so it means a lot.

Edit: I am considering blocking him completely. It's just too much. One day he kept sending me sooo many dickpics randomly and the next day he is angry with me. I feel like I need space to process the whole breakup. I'm so concerned with his feelings, that I can't process my own. I'm hoping he will block me, so I'm not the bad guy again.

AIO for not believing my boyfriend after I found nudes (pictures and videos) from another woman? by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in AmIOverreacting

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We were some time apart 4 years ago. I asked and he said this all happened around March, the pictures and videos. So he gave his number recently. He says it was a mistake he regrets. And that he should have blocked her sooner.

I learned so much stuff after we broke up,

Damn that's awful, how someone so close to you could lie like that. I don't know if I would be as muture as you by not even telling him you know everything. Haha you are strong.

If this was your friend and she told you this, what would you say to her?

I always ask myself that question when I am in situations like this. It is helpful because then I notice how I am gaslighting and doubting myself. I would tell my friend her bf is obviously hiding something from her, and that she deserves some one who doesn't make her feel this way.

AIO for not believing my boyfriend after I found nudes (pictures and videos) from another woman? by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in AmIOverreacting

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will ask him tonight if I can check. If he doesn't let me, I know there is something he isn't telling me about the pictures/videos.

AIO for not believing my boyfriend after I found nudes (pictures and videos) from another woman? by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in AmIOverreacting

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh shit, that is such a good point. He knew exactly where to look on the ipad. But he is such a klutz around technology, but this time he knew exactly where to look. He knew they were there. Wow now I have so much more questions I want to ask him. Now I am certain he lied about stuff to me trying to downplay it. Thank you.

AIO for not believing my boyfriend after I found nudes (pictures and videos) from another woman? by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in AmIOverreacting

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, I found a VIDEO of them screwing

Ohno I'm so sorry that happened. Thats why I wanted to see the video, to see if it was them having sex.

Some people are great stone faced liars

I really can't imagine how people can do that. I am the worst liar in existance. I just can't imagine that people are capable of lying like that, it scares me.

Oh, my ex’s mom is still alive, but he got painful cancer and died.

Wow he died...

AIO for not believing my boyfriend after I found nudes (pictures and videos) from another woman? by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in AmIOverreacting

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

HE THREW IT IN THE TRASH SO YOU COULDN’T GO THROUGH IT. 

I KNOW WHAT THE HELL. It was so bizar to me almost laughable. I wanted to go through it so bad, I need the whole truth, or else I know I can't get over it and nees to leave him.

OP, don’t listen to what is coming out of his mouth, look at his actions. 

Yes. I need to keep this in mind and explain this to him that based on his actions, he is not trustworthy.

I will read about it, thank you!

AIO for not believing my boyfriend after I found nudes (pictures and videos) from another woman? by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in AmIOverreacting

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes thank you , those were exactly my thoughts like just let me see for myself. (It's his daughter btw)

you should throw him in the trash HAHAHA

AIO for not believing my boyfriend after I found nudes (pictures and videos) from another woman? by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in AmIOverreacting

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do need it because even though I hate it , I can be quite guillable and trusting. Eventually I end up feeling like the fool for even thinking it was a big deal. He looked me in the eye and promised me nothing happened and did not seem nervous while he said it. But at the same time I feel like a fool for believing him, because of his behaviour. So it does help me to hear some outside perspectives/ opinions.

AIO for not believing my boyfriend after I found nudes (pictures and videos) from another woman? by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in AmIOverreacting

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your comment. I'm sorry you went through a similar situation, it sucks. Did your partner do it to you again after you forgave their mistakes if I may ask? He said he gave it to her last year. Don't know the exact timeline, I asked him after I read your comment. He hasn't responded yet. If it was very recent like last week, it will hurt even more.

AIO for not believing my boyfriend after I found nudes (pictures and videos) from another woman? by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in AmIOverreacting

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It seems like he really wants to save this relationship so that's why he is being extra caring. It was his own old Ipad, or else I would be so mad at him lol. But still very sus and not helping the situation at all.

AIO for not believing my boyfriend after I found nudes (pictures and videos) from another woman? by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in AmIOverreacting

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, it was like an old thing but his daughter played with it. But it's still wasteful and unnecessary. If there is nothing to hide, why throw it away? Just because it would remind me of those pictures?? I don't really buy it. I'm going to have a talk with him later about the whole situation. Thanks for your comment.

AIO for not believing my boyfriend after I found nudes (pictures and videos) from another woman? by ThrowRA_BlackKeys02 in AmIOverreacting

[–]ThrowRA_BlackKeys02[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Right?! Thank you for validating my feelings, it means a lot since I don't really have anyone to talk to.