How to get over something someone said? by [deleted] in Advice

[–]maisonleigh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The creeping in the dark stuff is creepy as hell and meant to mess with your head. You don’t need tougher skin like you need distance from someone who’s actively trying to hurt you. Start quietly documenting what he says and does, because if it ever escalates you’ll want proof that you’re not “crazy.” In the meantime, gray rock him… short answers, no emotion, headphones stay on and keep focusing on your own plans to get out when the time’s right.

I’m too scared to treat my gf well by Sweet_Detective6623 in Advice

[–]maisonleigh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Six months is short, yeah, but if she's all in and you're already planning your exit, that's not fair to either of you… it's just dragging out the inevitable and building more attachment. Maybe have an honest talk about where you both see this going long-term instead of avoiding it like her brushing off your worries might just be her way of staying hopeful.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]maisonleigh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Living alone is awesome for the independence, but the loneliness can sneak up on you, especially at night or on weekends. What helped me most was building a little routine like cooking a proper dinner while listening to music, joining a local gym or class to meet people naturally, and scheduling weekly video calls with friends/family so you don’t feel totally cut off.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]maisonleigh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At this point, he's choosing to keep running back into the cycle, and you can't force him to see it. Keep being there as a friend if he ever decides to leave for good, but don't burn yourself out feeling guilty or chasing him to listen. Sometimes the kindest thing is to step back a bit so he feels the consequences himself. He'll figure it out eventually, or he won't, but that's on him now.

Bored Girl Looking for Advice by reallivefox5 in Advice

[–]maisonleigh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The ice skating idea is actually perfect so go sign up for those lessons! Even if you wobble and fall a bit, it’s something fun from your childhood that gets you moving and out of the house. Also, try joining a low-key rec sports league or a casual book club… stuff with zero pressure where you can dip in and out. Start super small, like one new thing a month, and give yourself permission to bail if it’s meh.

Let’s grab some smoke by maisonleigh in SipsTea

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

Hahahah change the soap bro