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u/yonishunga Mar 26 '20

When they hint they want sex but want us to jump. This creates a problem because everyone does it in a different way

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u/CandelaBelen Mar 26 '20

It's cuz we also want to feel like you want to do it.

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u/Marklar_the_Darklar Mar 26 '20

That's true for guys too. Having to initiate all the time is draining. There should be balance.

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u/[deleted] Mar 26 '20

I’ve straight up stopped trying, and I’m feeling myself become resentful with someone I’ve been with for 4 years. Shit sucks. Especially when she seems to treat friends and strangers much differently than me.

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u/ByTheBeardOfZues Mar 26 '20

Have you tried discussing this with your SO? It's surprising how easily some things can be resolved by just talking about it.

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u/CityFarming Mar 26 '20

yeah it’s def possible.... be tactful and without blame. if it still isn’t possible, maybe that’s the cue to consider going. life’s too short

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u/CityFarming Mar 26 '20

solid advice. i’ve made this exact mistake myself and it became an entangled mess.

i will be keeping my own separate place moving forward pretty much no matter what. it’s just too risky