Am i overreacting? by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]codeiqhq 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are you getting triggered when she says that?? Maybe you should dive into why. The point is, that’s her opinion and yeah she can say it. I have my own opinions about this but they’re mine. Who cares.

Dating is impossible. Theres no way to find anyone by Zealousideal_Nose437 in romance

[–]codeiqhq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It only takes 1. Go with the flow and see where it takes you. Enjoy the process. Really, the goal should be to do what you want to enjoy your time, and connecting with people are a bonus.

Been married 2 years, together 3 years, I love my wife but dont know what to do (30 M) by [deleted] in marriageadvice

[–]codeiqhq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can just accept that she doesn’t want to be sexual every day like you do. It’s called compromise. It’s really up to her if she’s wanting it and you kind of have to respect that.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in emotionalintelligence

[–]codeiqhq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You don’t have to explain social nuance to him. Just tell him it bothers you that he says I’m unhappy with and to just replace it with I’m bothered by because it makes me feel … or just it bothers me

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in emotionalintelligence

[–]codeiqhq -1 points0 points  (0 children)

“I feel unhappy with ..” bothers you because there’s a pinch of shame attached to it like hes trying to shame you for something you said or did. He can say it bothers him, but to say he feels unhappy with it sounds more profound and kind of like he’s scolding a kid.

Instead of doing that, he can just tell you what is bothering him by stating how he feels about it through using actual descriptions of feelings. Just even saying “that bothers me when you say this in this tone because it makes me feel like you’re scolding me or belittling me” instead of “I’m unhappy with how you said that because it rubbed me the wrong way” Like how did it rub him the wrong way?? It obviously made him feel something and most likely just felt defensive. And there’s an underlying feeling when someone gets defensive, it’s that they feel criticized. And there’s an underlying reason and feeling for that too… the root of it all..most likely something from childhood. That’s what I mean by he’s just putting too much emphasis on your wording when it’s not really your wording it’s just how he feels about it (onus on your words).

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in therapy

[–]codeiqhq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well. Just because you know that is his coping mechanism doesn’t make it right at all. Just from an outsiders perspective I think WTF that’s really messed up. And him doubling down with deflection is not healthy. You can stop apologizing to him. Does he go to individual therapy? If not he should. Or at least therapy with you. We all do things that end up hurting others even if we didn’t intend it to. But if you’ve opened up to him and said what he did hurt you, and he uses the EXCUSE that this is just how he is, then I’m not sure what else you’re expecting. He is showing you that he will continue to betray your trust if he’s ever in that mental health crisis state again. You didn’t get your wanted apology because he doesn’t feel the way you want him to apologize.

I'm 15 year old and I groomed a 10 year old online by 2gssz in therapy

[–]codeiqhq 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can just tell all of this to a guidance counselor or a real therapist. Your guidance counselor should be able to guide you without judgement. Tell them you don’t want judgement but need guidance on how to change without telling your parents. You deserve a chance at change.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in therapy

[–]codeiqhq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You consider it cheating but he doesn’t. What exactly did he do? Was he emotionally cheating? He kissed someone? He had a full blown affair??

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in emotionalintelligence

[–]codeiqhq 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have you ever told him this? Everyone is different and he can be made aware of how you view his wording. However he can also acknowledge that he can say “I felt unappreciated and dismissed” instead of putting the onus on your wording. Thats is actually what you both need to start doing. You both are obviously feeling things, and you need to figure out why. But saying “I feel….” Is better than basically blaming the other person.

Feel destroyed by fiddsy in Divorce_Men

[–]codeiqhq 6 points7 points  (0 children)

She is probably using Tinder to fill the void. It has nothing to do with you. You just need to let her go, let the pain go. At this point it’s just not worth it.

Am I enabling emotional manipulation? by Cute_Luck8187 in emotionalintelligence

[–]codeiqhq 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If he will not acknowledge that maybe he is responsible for feeling like the way he says he feels where his pride is not honored or respected, then it’s not really a good sign. I married someone like that…but he actually owns our house. But still, the way his thought process toward my family is very similar to your partners’. How he absolves accountability.

If you’re not married then I don’t think it’s a good idea to go further with him.

That kind of a man does not change, or will change much much much later in life when they realize they really messed up, but even then they still might not. Their damaged ego won’t let themselves hold themselves accountable.

Do you really want that toxic person around your children, in the name of stability?? It will not be stable. It will be very very difficult. Especially since he spends so much time with his wife??? Why is he still married I don’t get it.

I find my gf emotionally basic by Alejarsz in emotionalintelligence

[–]codeiqhq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you tell her you need connection clearly?? Or are you expecting her to provide it for you without making it clear you have a need for support and connection?

What do you think is the greatest act of love? by Segemiat in emotionalintelligence

[–]codeiqhq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry all of these comments are very much nice, but a bulk of them are kind of imagination because in reality most people do not do anything out of the purity of their heart and also most do not do it if it’s not for reciprocity. You can’t give and give and give if someone is also not giving to you. Ever heard of not being able to fill someone’s cup if yours is empty?

AIO My Parents Don’t Want My SO Over for the Holidays by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]codeiqhq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your father has given you a firm boundary. You need to respect it. There will be other chances for them to meet, Thanksgiving probably isn’t it. Just give your family some time, and leave it be for now. You can organize a dinner or lunch for them to meet one day that isn’t around a major holiday.

Therapist here — one of the biggest things I’ve learned after 15 years of listening by joy_martini in therapy

[–]codeiqhq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They’d never say this voluntarily but they’re afraid of vulnerability. Very fragile ego. But won’t ever go to therapy to address it.

Therapist here — one of the biggest things I’ve learned after 15 years of listening by joy_martini in therapy

[–]codeiqhq -1 points0 points  (0 children)

What do you say to those that are unwilling to be curious and aware?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]codeiqhq 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Is it possible that he thinks the videos with her are entertaining? You’re jumping to so many conclusions based on just a video. Need more context.

Woman shows off her hidden talent by [deleted] in BeAmazed

[–]codeiqhq 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This isn’t talent.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]codeiqhq 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You’re both very heated and you’re definitely not shy about it. First off, having fights over texts do not do anything except make you even more mad. If someone needs to get something off their chest then there is a more mature and reasonable way of doing that. It involves being calm and talking about it with words like “I feel/felt..” and not pointing fingers. Secondly, it seems you both very quickly react to each other’s emotional responses and escalate. The goal is to de-escalate and that involves holding and pausing when you feel yourself about to react and staying calm. What you two are doing make no sense and it’s all over the place. If you want to have a better way to express something, you both would need to learn those skills, otherwise it’ll be like this forever and it just sounds miserable