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I can certainly understand the appeal towards living separately for the reasons that you point out. But ultimately when you look at it, things like "are we concentrating on each other right now" is a…
Ex is back on dating apps looking for a ‘life partner’ 4 weeks after — He (33m) ended our 1,5 years relationship (34f) as he said he can’t commit to anything long term 4 weeks ago. Prior to that he asked me to move in and said how beautiful our kids would be… it was a co…
Move to a city to find love .. — Hello, I've spent the last few years in a beautiful small city on the Mediterranean. The lifestyle is great, but dating is pretty abysmal; it's mainly students, old people or tourists, and as a queer …
Dating someone who was single for a long time — It's early days, but I'm in a relationship with a promising guy who was purposefully single for a decade. We connect well intellectually, spiritually, physically. I am taking something personally t…
Unique Potential Divorce Situation — I actually can't believe I am typing this post out. Something I never thought I'd ever do. My wife and I are in what I would think is a very unique situation that I don't think a large percentage of t…
I’m going to go against the grain here since most are telling you to reexamine yourself (which, fair, it sounds like he’s a great guy!) but I just can’t see yourself logic-ing your way into “this is m…
You’re being avoidant by staying with this guy that you know isn’t right for you and that you have plenty of justified reasons to break up with. By staying with someone you suspect it won’t work out w…
This. Caretaking is sometimes a fine place to visit, but you don't want to live there. It was easy for three months because she was new and shiny and, frankly, you weren't expecting much of her. She w…
So I think I've hit a stage of dating where I no longer am dating in the hopes of finding "the one" or even a life partner. I am still selective and am refining my standards to the height I would like…
My concern with your deadline conversation is that it gives him time to make the easier changes. Buying the ring and proposing, going yeah OK let's have a baby. There's then going to be a backslide wh…
I 100% agree. A lot of this is out of my control. But in order to plan a future (at least for me) i need to feel confident in what my partner does and how driven they are. Career path is kind of huge …
I'm in a similar situation, only 5 months actually separated but mostly dead relationship for much, much longer. How did you know you're not ready for a relationship, or what happened when you tried i…
i resonate with you completely. so much love, no infidelity or cheating. but just growing in different directions. met when we were 23 and we're now 32. My wife is also very avoidant and sounds simila…
Someone who forces you to compromise for their beliefs/needs/preferences and then refuses to compromise for yours isn’t a life partner. He’s letting you know that it’s always going to be his way or th…
>I found out the full extent of everything that happened that he ghosted me and never responded to my last email Let me know tell you very frankly, given the circumstance, nothing better could have h…
It's not about looks. Pretty doesn't matter when choosing a life partner.
By 2028 you will find your life partner..you past relationship will be a lesson for you
Had a dream that I was dating the right man and he hugged me and it felt like my life was complete. My life is fine, but it can feel empty when there's no one to share it with on the deep level of a l…
Date younger. I am very high libido. I got tired of men struggling with ED they don’t address and started dating younger. I am 43 and will go as young as 36. Those men have no issues. I am not wanti…
Absolutely I want a life partner. The whole enchilada. Any place online is going to have a gamut of perspectives. There are people here who have never been in a relationship and there are people thri…
You're not imagining the change. People at our age seem in less of a rush to marry than back 10-20 years ago when we all either wanted kids or had young children. It's not that they don't want a life …
I want a ltr/life partner. No marriage though and dont fancy living with anyone permanently either.. I cant do casual, it was fine when I was younger but now it doesnt work for me. I tried for the sak…
I’m looking for a life partner. But at this point, I’m a lot pickier. I would much rather keep dating or be alone than be with a guy who doesn’t improve my life. I think a lot of women this age end up…
I'm also looking for a life partner. Trying not to lose hope. I don't want to be dating endlessly.
I'm nearly 42F (also divorced) and I still want a monogamous life partner. But after what I've been through, I don't want to get legally married again, mostly just to protect myself financially. Prenu…
Lady here. I want a life partner.
People of all ages, whether single/divorced/widowed, gay or straight want a life partner. While visiting my Mom at her senior residence, she introduced me to a man and woman who met and coupled up s…
I feel in mid-40s is difficult. Some of us are still working through trauma within our past relationships resulting in being guarded now. Both parties have to come all in if you want a life partner. W…
I’m looking for love and a life partner. I enjoy life more when I’m sharing experiences with a partner, it’s more fulfilling to me. I think so many of us are on different paths. There are definitely p…
It makes me so mad when people say “you’re too picky” As I should be! There are too many things that matter for me to just give someone a “chance”. Sure I’ll give that 5’7 a chance but my non-negotiab…
That’s a fair point! Definitely want to find my life partner. So hopefully that tracks with the vibe of the profile!
Divorce is not a simple decision for most, and especially with children so it is perfectly normal to think this through. Donot catastrophise the future about your children. Kids are very resilient a…
First and foremost iam sorry you are dealing with this. After reading through all the comments I imagine what he probably said to your sister was along the lines of, he got too drunk and thought you w…
I think its a mistake to assume the gf you have at 20 will be your life partner. You need to do some living first. Travel. Educate. Be solo for a while. Be with two or three or more other girls ( one …
You can't trust her so it's fine to move on. The next betrayal will be worse. D O N ' T. E V E R. T E L L. A N Y B O D Y. E L S E. A B O U T. Y O U R. M O N E Y. E V E R. A G A I …
> The last thing I want is someone dating me because they’re looking for a caretaker in old age. Interesting. If I'm in love with someone and going through life as we age, I'd WANT to be her caregiv…
I mean marriage shouldn't be "normal" either but here we are. People get pushed to marry as basically kids with little to no life experience and there is somehow an expectation that in your early twen…
Original copy of post by u/Frequent_Intern_2659: Hello, I've spent the last few years in a beautiful small city on the Mediterranean. The lifestyle is great, but dating is pretty abysmal; it's mainly…
She won't talk about it because she knows her plan is: - inappropriate for a married person, - unfair to her life partner and, - in the eyes of your friends and community makes you look like a cuc…
I have the same issue with picturing people, and what I try to comfort myself with is how impossible it was to picture any of the men I've recently dated. Like even if it lasted three dates and went t…
I totally agree because I’ve been that person in the past, which is why I give the grace but it’s crazy-making being on the other side. If you want to go and be free and have no obligations maybe don’…
Omg girl! Of course it’s not too much to connect with kids of a life partner. This is a package deal and any guy worth having should respect that and embrace it. It’s actually less than ideal for me b…
Interesting side note. On our first date (we met online) my current partner brought her kids to the dinner. I look back and wonder if it was a way of seeing my reaction. It truly did not bother me. It…
Welcome to the hot girls looking for casual club babe we are so in demand and have our pick. So just be choosy. Demand condoms remember if he doesn’t wanna use them with you he doesn’t use them with o…
Why on earth did she tell you now??? Its just bizarre. And I'll say it once again.... friends are friends to have fun with, relationships aren't for "fun" theyre as a life partner. Americans seem t…
This person is trying to sabotage your life. Ignore this garbage. Your husband is your life partner. Don’t let these random messages get in the way of your happiness
You got two choices. Put stock into some random message from who knows or trust your husband who you trust enough to be your life partner. Give your husband the benefit of the doubt. Don’t trust some …
In theory, there is a difference between forgiving and condoning. In practice, though, the distinction tends not to be respected by offenders. It's hard to respect a man who will accept conduct like h…
Despite being vegetarian for two years and vegan for one, that's definitely a part of my past. Sure, I don't have a problem waiting vegan or vegetarian meals. Heck, some of my favorite recipes are v…
A guy who doesn't already want to get serious in his forties probably isn't going to change. I was dating for a hopeful life partner. As soon as I saw a deal breaker I was out. I expected to see a…
>I do call him out on his behaviour. Every day. Especially if he criticises the kids. You are making your kids live with a bully. What the hell does it matter you defend them?? They still hear those …
I think our definition of “dating” may be different. I want to genuinely DATE. Go on dates. Meet new people. Have new experiences. Dating is a spectrum not exclusive to finding a life partner.
Original copy of post by u/One_Net_1282: It's early days, but I'm in a relationship with a promising guy who was purposefully single for a decade. We connect well intellectually, spiritually, physic…
She needs to leave her husband because he's an abusive misogynist who is derelict in his parenting duties and has zero respect for someone who is supposed to be his life partner.