The boyfriend will take things I say in totally the wrong way, how do I explain this to him without starting another argument? And he compares me to his ex when doing this stuff...long-winded details inside.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 16, 2013 -
36 answers
Another question about my LTR: how much should I try to give another chance to my potentially EUM partner?
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posted by hungry hippo
on Dec 29, 2012 -
35 answers
My boyfriend and I have been dating for a little over a year. All things considered, I'm quite happy with him. Problem is, he's gained a ton of weight, more than 50lbs since we've been together. He doesn't look like the person I started dating, and it really upsets me. In his current state I don't find him attractive and I'm really at a loss for what to do. Any advice?
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posted by mariisoul
on Nov 13, 2012 -
40 answers
My boyfriend recently lost his job, and today he found out he's ineligible for unemployment. His life is in shambles. What can I do to help?
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posted by anotheraccount
on Sep 20, 2012 -
20 answers
A few days ago, I came back from a week of vacation. Despite my calm and honest reassurance, my SO is wondering and worrying that I cheated.We've already talked, but she's still very anxious about it. This is the first time I've ever dealt with this kind of situation. MeFi, what else should I/we be doing or talking about? Did I do something wrong, and if so, what should I do differently in the future? I feel terrible, even though I didn't do anything to cheat at all.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 13, 2012 -
45 answers
My wonderful boyfriend gets stuck on one topic of conversation for days at a time and has trouble talking about anything else. How do I kindly get him unstuck next time before he drives me insane?
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posted by pineappleheart
on Jul 4, 2012 -
26 answers
Should I work harder for my relationship or is it beyond saving at this point? I don't know if I'm sacrificing too much for something that will never work.
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posted by lleguana
on Apr 22, 2012 -
49 answers
Boyfriend is jobless. I moved in with him anyway. Job hunt isn’t going as planned. He’s depressed. I want to move to a better apartment. What to do?
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posted by hubble
on Feb 7, 2012 -
39 answers
Should I stay in the city unhappy, or take a big risk and move to the mountains with a wonderful but very new boyfriend? Lots of background inside.
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posted by Emms
on Dec 9, 2011 -
50 answers
physical health & mental health, 'secret' boyfriend, and my family... what do i do?
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posted by zazie
on Aug 25, 2011 -
41 answers
My boyfriend is going through a divorce and he's taking his stress out on me. Help me take care of myself during this difficult time.
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 20, 2011 -
47 answers
Please help me learn how to identify an emotionally/mentally abusive relationship. I am not sure if myne has always been one, or is slowly turning into one, or is not one.
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posted by amacph10
on Jun 15, 2011 -
137 answers
Is it normal to dislike your boyfriend at times? (Or girlfriend, or husband, any SO...)
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posted by anonymous
on May 13, 2011 -
40 answers
MentalHealthFilter: Anyone personally dealing with bipolar partners sexual issues? Mildly NWS, and long as heck.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 23, 2011 -
8 answers
My mother had a stroke (it seems like a transient ischemic attack) but she won't be in the States until Friday morning. And there are many relationship issues mixed into this. What should I do? Previously
this question. (I had decided to spend one week, this week of 3/6, at home and one week, next week, with SO.)
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 10, 2011 -
14 answers
I don't know what to do about my relationship with my parents anymore. Or whom to spend spring break with - this is a weightier issue than it seems.
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 19, 2011 -
50 answers
My first boyfriend/first love and I recently broke up after nearly four years together. I know this was the right decision, but I feel like I'll never feel this way about anyone else ever again. I realize that sounds dramatic, silly, and naive, but I'd really like to hear from the perspective of someone who's been through it that, yes, life does go on (and maybe get better, in a different way) after a first love.
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posted by gypsyhymns
on Jan 4, 2011 -
24 answers
I'm coping with a hypochondriac/depressed boyfriend right now. I have tried to be there for him but I am very gradually starting to lose my patience and feel restless in the relationship. I love him and feel completely torn about what to do.
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posted by maggymay
on Oct 22, 2010 -
14 answers
RelationshipFilter: being patient when your partner is trying to figure things out that we're discovering in couples' therapy.
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posted by inmyhead
on Sep 7, 2010 -
17 answers
Every breakup is its own special snowflake. Should I try to put the pieces back together or is it time to cut losses and go our seperate ways? (Sorry, this is going to get long)
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posted by Ceci n'est pas un sockpuppet
on Aug 11, 2010 -
24 answers
Dear Metafites who have been diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome,
If you are in a romantic relationship (or hope to be in a relationship in the future), what would you like your girlfriend/boyfriend to know about AS? Are there any books on AS that you would want your girlfriend/boyfriend to read?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 25, 2010 -
6 answers
Looking for a way to deal with the bad feelings, both within me and coming from the ex, after a relationship ended. Problem: I am a massive tool and it was all my fault for cheating on her. How do I say sorry?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 22, 2010 -
30 answers
I love my significant other, but I don't know if I can continue being with him. We've been together (long distance at first) for six years, and lived together for almost two. He's a wonderful man in many ways - caring, a good listener, smart, and funny, but there are some major issues between us that I'm starting to feel I can't live with anymore, and I'm not sure if I should keep working on them, or leave now so that we can both move on.
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posted by secretsquirrel
on Apr 20, 2010 -
20 answers
After some soul-searching, I've decided I need to break up with my live-in boyfriend. Our lease is up in August, and I'm worried about how to deal with living together when we're no longer "together" while we're looking for new apartments. I'm sure many of you have gone through this, so any anecdotes or advice would be helpful.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 22, 2010 -
28 answers
How do I correct an intimacy problem in a relationship? The affection is gone, and I'd like to bring it back but I feel guilty because I know he wants more alone time.
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 28, 2010 -
38 answers
What road to take during a devastating breakup? Be the supportive, hopeful, girl that will stay until the storm calms down OR move on with my life and leave the love of my life?
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posted by penguingrl
on Feb 10, 2010 -
27 answers
My boyfriend's severe depression is coming back and I'm having trouble dealing with his withdrawing because of it. How do I deal with this in a way that is healthy for both of us?
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posted by sherber
on Feb 6, 2010 -
16 answers
My S.O.'s life is falling apart and has decided to break up with me, however, S.O. has requested that nothing change. (LOOONG, so sorry)
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posted by penguingrl
on Feb 2, 2010 -
73 answers
Am I unhappy because of my relationship or am I just unhappy in general and attributing it to my relationship?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 28, 2010 -
24 answers
I want to take up a questionable (but not illegal) profession to support myself through college. My boyfriend told me that if I do this, it's over. Is there a way to have my cake and eat it too?
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posted by biochemist
on Jan 16, 2010 -
44 answers
One for the ladies - should I get my unemployed girlfriend some nice jewelery, or some nice green cash?
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posted by smoothvirus
on Dec 1, 2009 -
42 answers
I'd like to know where is the best place to pick up bi women (18-30) in New York City?
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 24, 2009 -
3 answers
Do you tell your boyfriend about (unjustified) feelings of jealousy, or just get over them on your own?
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posted by BusyBusyBusy
on Oct 21, 2009 -
33 answers
I found out my boyfriend sometimes goes out to lunch with his ex, and he doesn't tell me about it. I feel this might be a red flag, not necessarily because of the specific situation, but because it shows he is perfectly capable of lying, even if by omission. Please help me gain some perspective.
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posted by neblina_matinal
on Sep 10, 2009 -
52 answers
