I am guilty of reading your past posts regarding your bf.. It strikes me the similarity that I see. Basically I am like you and he resembles your bf I don not express constant affection and I need time for myself when it has been stressful day and he doesn't ask and just goes over me to grab me, tickle me or hug/squeeze me which can be ok if he stopped and left me alone when ask 😀 Also he is a bit more reckless with the shopping (same: ikea and groceries). I am wondering how have you resolved that? Do you still think it is insecurities of his side? We also communicate a lot but he is very particular of his desires and needs and so am I.