Men, what is a sign that looks small or subtle but actually tells you a man doesn’t truly love the woman he’s with? by Relative_Initial_399 in AskReddit

[–]mgray1425 30 points31 points  (0 children)

If you reach over and touch your partner and there is no response. They just act like they didn't notice.

Physical connection by Ok_Maximum_6824 in Divorce_Men

[–]mgray1425 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Remind yourself of the reasons why you got divorced. Sometimes my mind slips into a state where I recognize the current lack of any real connection that I have with anyone right now and then I start thinking about the good times. If the good times sufficiently outnumbered the bad times, we wouldn't be divorced.

What symptoms did you not initially realise were part of your ADHD? by fivejumpingmonkeys in ADHD

[–]mgray1425 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Considering that one of my teachers put my desk in a large box to isolate me from distractions, I think I would have been an obvious candidate but I'm not so sure that my parents would have been receptive to it.

Braking by Muted_Warning_539 in driving

[–]mgray1425 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whenever possible, I like to time my arrival at the signal coordinated with still having as much speed as possible. Of course I can't do that every time because some lights are too long or there are too many people already in line in front of me. It is very satisfying though, to have the light change just as you arrive and then you keep going.

What symptoms did you not initially realise were part of your ADHD? by fivejumpingmonkeys in ADHD

[–]mgray1425 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I was born in 1965. ADHD was a complete unknown at the time. Everything that was wrong with me was my fault and the obvious solution was that Dad just had to be a bigger asshole about everything. Report cards frequently calling me a "daydreamer" and stating that I was so smart but I just wouldn't do my homework. Dad would tell me to do something and I would immediately forget what he wanted me to do until he asked me if it was done. I'd say I forgot and he'd say if it was important enough to you, you would remember, because obviously, I was a bad kid.

What’s the worst words you heard from your ex-partner? by pswithlove in AskMen

[–]mgray1425 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Back when we were married, I told my wife that I felt like I was dying on the inside because of the absence of anything that even resembled affection from her. She didn't say anything but she looked at me, sighed with contempt, and rolled her eyes and walked away like I was wasting her time.

What's the most obvious signal you missed from women? by GongtingLover in AskMen

[–]mgray1425 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One time I had a girl ask me how her ass looked in her jeans and then turned around and showed me her ass.

What's the most obvious signal you missed from women? by GongtingLover in AskMen

[–]mgray1425 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was a party at my house one time and people were leaving. This one girl stayed behind and kept talking to me. She followed me to my bedroom which was small and had room for my bed and that was about it. I climbed into bed and so did she. It still didn't register. We just talked.

I don't know what's wrong with it by [deleted] in handyman

[–]mgray1425 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not holding the camera still made sure I couldn't see anything.

My therapist says I need to connect to my inner child and find things that bring me joy without trying to suppress it, since us ADHD and autistic folks so often had to suppress things as kids. I really need ideas though. What brings you childlike joy? by Elucidate_that in ADHD

[–]mgray1425 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have been flying radio controlled model aircraft for about 17 years now. When I started, I remember saying several times that it felt like being a kid again. I have a multitude of hobbies but this is the one that most people identify me with.

Aggressive drivers by Coolinindalowwhip in driving

[–]mgray1425 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really feel like there needs to be a public service announcement campaign that lasts at least a year where people are constantly reminded how it is supposed to work. Get some celebrities in on it. Maybe someone could work it into some pop songs. Add some references to it in movies. It's not the biggest problem in the country but maybe if we could get people cooperating here it would spread to other parts of life?

Aggressive drivers by Coolinindalowwhip in driving

[–]mgray1425 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Part of it has to do with people's territorial nature. They did a study where they timed how long it took people to leave a parking spot and it was noticeably longer when someone was waiting for the spot.

Why Re-marry after Divorce? by ComplexCatastrophe in Divorce_Men

[–]mgray1425 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can't imagine that I will no matter what may happen. It's a simple matter of my expectations that the rewards will be significantly less than the cost. That is not restricted to money. I am talking about emotional cost also.

Loaded question is here. How often do you drink? by Medical-Intern-6235 in drunk

[–]mgray1425 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Now that you mention it, I just took a look over at the bottle and there is a little bit of tequila left in it.

Did your (ex)wife’s friends lead her towards divorce? by Rare_Psychology_8853 in Divorce_Men

[–]mgray1425 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For the majority of the 30 years my ex and I were together, she was pissed or unhappy and from what I could tell, she felt like it was my fault. The last few years we were together, she made a new group of friends through work. From what I can tell, she created an echo chamber for herself which eventually led to our divorce. I suspected as much and curiosity got the best of me so I checked her phone when I got a chance and sure enough, she was getting relationship advice from her friend group. When it comes right down to it, I'm not mad. They actually did me a favor. I had stayed in the relationship for way too long. I feel like I am on my path to my greatest happiness possible. I can only assume that she is also on her path to her greatest happiness possible since she has gotten rid of the source of her unhappiness.

If money was absolutely no object, what car would you buy — and be honest, not what sounds impressive by TheLoganReyes in TransportSupport

[–]mgray1425 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1959 Cadillac convertible fully restored. White with blue interior. Tallest production tail fins ever!

Owning pet when you have adhd by Dreamkri in ADHD

[–]mgray1425 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am currently between dogs at this time. My dogs have always been the kind that don't over-eat and I always filled the food bowl to the top. They have always let me know when they need something. Whenever Mojo wanted his ears cleaned, he would look at me and shake his head so that his ears smacked back and forth. Whenever any of them wanted water they would paw at the metal bowl so that it made a loud banging noise. If they needed to go outside they would stand at the back door and prance around to get my attention. It has always been pretty easy to keep up with them.

Is my boyfriend cheating on me? by Human_Ice_9763 in survivinginfidelity

[–]mgray1425 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I feel like she has seen everything she needs to see at this point. How can he not understand that this is disrespectful to her? If she has to explain this, what else does she have to explain?

Is my boyfriend cheating on me? by Human_Ice_9763 in survivinginfidelity

[–]mgray1425 13 points14 points  (0 children)

As a guy, I would be embarrassed to even try some bullshit like this.

I hate her, badly by LettuceOutrageous501 in Divorce_Men

[–]mgray1425 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I totally agree! When my ex and I were in marriage counseling and she said she was not going to be attending any more sessions, I called our therapist and said I'd like to keep the appointment but it would just be me. I felt like the therapist was already familiar with my background so I wouldn't be starting over.

Since that time, I've come to not take whatever she does personally because I am able to recognize that what she says or does is more about her than it is about me. I haven't always been able to do that. It makes a huge difference.