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Hi guys,
I realize this isn't "really" forum for these kind of things, but you have all been so helpful in the past I thought - meh, why not - chances are someone on here might have a good opinion/insight.
OK so the situation is, I recently got out of a long relationship (3 years), as did the girl I'm currently seeing (4 years), it has been at least 6 months since our breakups for the both of us.
We had been talking for a month or more before anything happened and recently we started what I would consider "seeing" each other. We spend 3-4 nights a week with each other on good weeks, we like the same things (scary how similar we are) and just generally get on really well, all the time. Without getting too graphic, we also have a really good time in other senses - very compatible.
We spend so much time together, cuddle, kiss, hold hands and be affectionate in public and I know she isn't seeing anyone else, as she has told me so. But, she also says she doesn't know if she wants a relationship, after feeling trapped with her ex. Which I can kind of understand as I was in a similar boat, but I'm doing everything I can to show her we aren't all utter tools, taken her out for nice meals, cooked for her etc all the good stuff. Which she has never had done for her previously (to my surprise!) and she's really grateful.
What's your opinions on this? I'm having a really good time and haven't been happier in a long while, and I'd definitely never put an end to it over a "boyfriend" title, but it's hard to gauge where I stand in that sense lol or if there is a long game here, without sounding like an utter wuss, don't want to set myself up for a fall.
By the way, I'm 26 and been in multiple long term relationships before, so this isn't my first rodeo, however never been more confused by a woman hah.
Regards,
Matt
I realize this isn't "really" forum for these kind of things, but you have all been so helpful in the past I thought - meh, why not - chances are someone on here might have a good opinion/insight.
OK so the situation is, I recently got out of a long relationship (3 years), as did the girl I'm currently seeing (4 years), it has been at least 6 months since our breakups for the both of us.
We had been talking for a month or more before anything happened and recently we started what I would consider "seeing" each other. We spend 3-4 nights a week with each other on good weeks, we like the same things (scary how similar we are) and just generally get on really well, all the time. Without getting too graphic, we also have a really good time in other senses - very compatible.
We spend so much time together, cuddle, kiss, hold hands and be affectionate in public and I know she isn't seeing anyone else, as she has told me so. But, she also says she doesn't know if she wants a relationship, after feeling trapped with her ex. Which I can kind of understand as I was in a similar boat, but I'm doing everything I can to show her we aren't all utter tools, taken her out for nice meals, cooked for her etc all the good stuff. Which she has never had done for her previously (to my surprise!) and she's really grateful.
What's your opinions on this? I'm having a really good time and haven't been happier in a long while, and I'd definitely never put an end to it over a "boyfriend" title, but it's hard to gauge where I stand in that sense lol or if there is a long game here, without sounding like an utter wuss, don't want to set myself up for a fall.
By the way, I'm 26 and been in multiple long term relationships before, so this isn't my first rodeo, however never been more confused by a woman hah.
Regards,
Matt
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6 months is pretty fast after you've both been in long term relationships man. Don't take my word on it but if it seems like she's keeping you at arms lengh she might just not be ready, you taking her out and buying her stuff, meals etc might make her think that you are ready, which might scare her off a bit. I'v been through this before and gave too much too soon. Then again everyones different. best of luck!0
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Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.0
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Lrdoflamancha wrote: »Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.
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Maybe she's just not that into you. I had just broken up with a guy after 2 years and the one before that one was 5.5 years and as soon as I met my husband, I knew he was it and didn't care about anything else. I told all of the other guys I was dating to *kitten* off after like two weeks of dating.0
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TavistockToad wrote: »Lrdoflamancha wrote: »Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.
This
What they said. Your in super friend zone. I've been there before. Not a good place.
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TavistockToad wrote: »Lrdoflamancha wrote: »Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.
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What they said. Your in super friend zone. I've been there before. Not a good place.
I'm not sure if I didn't explain this right, definitely not in friend zone, we have sex, a lot.Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.
She's the one that asks me over a fair amount of the time0 -
Lrdoflamancha wrote: »Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.
I disagree with this. The guy has to pursue me, I don't pursue anyone. Maybe that's just me? I figure if the guy wants to see me, he will. My husband was persistent, we spent every day together after our first date. If he had backed off, things may have been differently. But I never had to guess if he wanted to see me...he made it clear. Don't give her that doubt, in my opinion.
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Then I don't see the problem.......0
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mcornall88 wrote: »TavistockToad wrote: »Lrdoflamancha wrote: »Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.
This
What they said. Your in super friend zone. I've been there before. Not a good place.
I'm not sure if I didn't explain this right, definitely not in friend zone, we have sex, a lot.
I had a lot of sex with my friends, too. Sorry, I think you are friend zoned. I told a guy I was semi dating that I didn't want a relationship either, but once I met my husband I did. I told the guy I was semi dating that I found someone. He was like what the *kitten* I thought you didn't want a relationship. I said I didn't... but that was a relationship with you. Sorry, I'm sure it sucks0 -
mcornall88 wrote: »Hi guys,
I realize this isn't "really" forum for these kind of things, but you have all been so helpful in the past I thought - meh, why not - chances are someone on here might have a good opinion/insight.
OK so the situation is, I recently got out of a long relationship (3 years), as did the girl I'm currently seeing (4 years), it has been at least 6 months since our breakups for the both of us.
We had been talking for a month or more before anything happened and recently we started what I would consider "seeing" each other. We spend 3-4 nights a week with each other on good weeks, we like the same things (scary how similar we are) and just generally get on really well, all the time. Without getting too graphic, we also have a really good time in other senses - very compatible.
We spend so much time together, cuddle, kiss, hold hands and be affectionate in public and I know she isn't seeing anyone else, as she has told me so. But, she also says she doesn't know if she wants a relationship, after feeling trapped with her ex. Which I can kind of understand as I was in a similar boat, but I'm doing everything I can to show her we aren't all utter tools, taken her out for nice meals, cooked for her etc all the good stuff. Which she has never had done for her previously (to my surprise!) and she's really grateful.
What's your opinions on this? I'm having a really good time and haven't been happier in a long while, and I'd definitely never put an end to it over a "boyfriend" title, but it's hard to gauge where I stand in that sense lol or if there is a long game here, without sounding like an utter wuss, don't want to set myself up for a fall.
By the way, I'm 26 and been in multiple long term relationships before, so this isn't my first rodeo, however never been more confused by a woman hah.
Regards,
Matt
best of luck
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kinkyslinky16 wrote: »mcornall88 wrote: »TavistockToad wrote: »Lrdoflamancha wrote: »Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.
This
What they said. Your in super friend zone. I've been there before. Not a good place.
I'm not sure if I didn't explain this right, definitely not in friend zone, we have sex, a lot.
I had a lot of sex with my friends, too. Sorry, I think you are friend zoned. I told a guy I was semi dating that I didn't want a relationship either, but once I met my husband I did. I told the guy I was semi dating that I found someone. He was like what the *kitten* I thought you didn't want a relationship. I said I didn't... but that was a relationship with you. Sorry, I'm sure it sucks
See. It happens. Happened to me.0 -
3-4 nights a week is a lot of time together. For like these next two weeks, I would drop it to 1-2 and see what happens with her.0
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kinkyslinky16 wrote: »mcornall88 wrote: »TavistockToad wrote: »Lrdoflamancha wrote: »Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.
This
What they said. Your in super friend zone. I've been there before. Not a good place.
I'm not sure if I didn't explain this right, definitely not in friend zone, we have sex, a lot.
I had a lot of sex with my friends, too. Sorry, I think you are friend zoned. I told a guy I was semi dating that I didn't want a relationship either, but once I met my husband I did. I told the guy I was semi dating that I found someone. He was like what the *kitten* I thought you didn't want a relationship. I said I didn't... but that was a relationship with you. Sorry, I'm sure it sucks
See. It happens. Happened to me.
Well, that's a kick in the nuts lol genuinely like her. Hmmm fair, did ask for honesty thanks guys.0 -
First off, as you know- never try to understand us.. lol. Here's my advice...Completely blow her off. This is a sure fire way to find out what she really wants.0
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mcornall88 wrote: »TavistockToad wrote: »Lrdoflamancha wrote: »Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.
This
What they said. Your in super friend zone. I've been there before. Not a good place.
I'm not sure if I didn't explain this right, definitely not in friend zone, we have sex, a lot.Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.
She's the one that asks me over a fair amount of the time
Sex is just sex buddy. I'm in a super friend zone with some girl too.
Shes addicted to what OP dick did.
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yopeeps025 wrote: »mcornall88 wrote: »TavistockToad wrote: »Lrdoflamancha wrote: »Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.
This
What they said. Your in super friend zone. I've been there before. Not a good place.
I'm not sure if I didn't explain this right, definitely not in friend zone, we have sex, a lot.Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.
She's the one that asks me over a fair amount of the time
Sex is just sex buddy. I'm in a super friend zone with some girl too.
Hmm agreed, and I've been there before but it really doesn't feel that way, it's never just sex, every time we do I stay over and we end up cuddling all night etc, when we're out and about we hold hands, even across the table at meals etc. Dunno, just doesn't feel that "cut and dry" to me.0 -
I don't agree with blowing her off or making her chase you.. We are adults. Just be straight forward with her. Explain to her what you're saying here.. You like her, enjoy spending time with her and understand that she's not ready to get back in to another relationship but you want to make sure your efforts aren't in vain. No need to play games.0
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mcornall88 wrote: »yopeeps025 wrote: »mcornall88 wrote: »TavistockToad wrote: »Lrdoflamancha wrote: »Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.
This
What they said. Your in super friend zone. I've been there before. Not a good place.
I'm not sure if I didn't explain this right, definitely not in friend zone, we have sex, a lot.Back off a bit. I think you are too available... Let her miss you. If she pursues or does not, then you have your answer.
She's the one that asks me over a fair amount of the time
Sex is just sex buddy. I'm in a super friend zone with some girl too.
Hmm agreed, and I've been there before but it really doesn't feel that way, it's never just sex, every time we do I stay over and we end up cuddling all night etc, when we're out and about we hold hands, even across the table at meals etc. Dunno, just doesn't feel that "cut and dry" to me.
lets call all that other stuff activities that come with sex. She says she is not ready for a relationship right?
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justinegibbons wrote: »I don't agree with blowing her off or making her chase you.. We are adults. Just be straight forward with her. Explain to her what you're saying here.. You like her, enjoy spending time with her and understand that she's not ready to get back in to another relationship but you want to make sure your efforts aren't in vain. No need to play games.
I would do this, but she is TERRIBLE at talking about emotions lol it makes her crumple into a ball of awkward, though one time we went out and had more than a few drinks she was able to open up and was really sweet.
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