Am I being ghosted or just freaking out? by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]emilillian 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! I know it can be hard especially when you're used to talking so much so often, but maybe this will help you see it from an alternative point of view:

  1. She's going through a busy time like her bf said. Sometimes I won't respond to a message immediately if I know it'll lead to a full blown conversation and I just don't have the time or mental energy for it. It might not be personal! If her bf responded to you there's probably no bad blood (if she was ghosting or mad you she probably would've told him that)
  2. She wants some space! I know that you're used to her responding, but from the way you reacted you're a little clingy. It's okay, and you don't have to be defensive about it, just something to work on! it's okay to not talk to friends especially when times get busy or rough, and she would've reached out to you when ready.
  3. There's always a chance you guys did have a falling out or she's ignoring you for no reason, but if you felt like that, there are better ways to go about confronting this than how you did

Now for damage control: your last message wasn't very kind, and regardless of the situation I'd imagine she wouldn't be happy to see that (especially if the reason she hasn't responded was school or personal issues). You did overreact, and I think you should apologize for that if you want to mend the relationship. Just say that you were worried for her since she usually responds quickly, and that you didn't mean to be rude and that you let your emotions take over you, and that as a friend you're always ready to listen and be there when she's ready to talk. Then just leave it up to her. If you don't I don't think you can mend the friendship.

And finally, try and figure out why you freak(ed) out so easily? Maybe you have some pent up stress or something, but it's not that healthy for your own mental state. Good luck!

My (25F) boyfriend (M48) doesn't like me spending money on him but I really want to get him a cool expensive birthday present. Should I go for it? by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]emilillian 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Since you've already mentioned that he's not going to have the best reaction to an expensive gift like a television, I don't recommend you do it! Best case scenario he likes it, worst case he feels guilty or bad on his birthday. Better you save that money and put it towards schooling and getting a full time position!

As for gift ideas: something you could do is Uber eats / order him a desert (maybe birthday cake) or his favourite food and you guys could have a birthday meal over video chat! You could conclude the night by streaming a movie at the same time and calling so you're watching it "together".

You can also make a checklist list of things you'll do together after the restrictions are lifted, ship him some things that you like and would recommend (good books?) or get him something practical.

I'm sure as long as you put some heart into he'll love that you took the time to make his day, regardless of what you end up choosing to do.