willubmine1949: Take it from an old fellow be there for her when ever she needs emotional support,be truthful to her,give her no reason to mistrust you in any way.works for me.
I've been down that road before and the more I tried to please her the more she demanded. Meanwhile she was putting as little as possible into the relationship.
Both parties should realize that they can't expect any more devotion and effort from their mate than they themselves are willing to give. And that's always far short of "total".
roseofsharonmanchester, Hampshire, England UK8,699 posts
willubmine1949: Take it from an old fellow be there for her when ever she needs emotional support,be truthful to her,give her no reason to mistrust you in any way.works for me.
Ohh, how lovely! A true gentleman.
And wadda ya mean "old fellow"? Don't under-value yourself, my friend!
In response to: How do you give a women your total devotion without losing yourself, and if you try to keep some of yourself are you emotionally unavailable? Your thoughts on the matter?
Well, it's not about anything except being mature. Normal behaviour, such as, respect, consideration, empathy, equality, admiration and care. One doesn't have to lose oneself to nourish, or show love. It is what it is in my book. If you can't give enough, or the other wants more than you can give, you obviously aren't with the right person.
roseofsharonmanchester, Hampshire, England UK8,699 posts
RayfromUSA: It's just that word "total" Rose.
I've been down that road before and the more I tried to please her the more she demanded. Meanwhile she was putting as little as possible into the relationship.
Both parties should realize that they can't expect any more devotion and effort from their mate than they themselves are willing to give. And that's always far short of "total".
Sadly, there ARE those that do that, Ray. Of both genders. Be more selective about your women?
My ex was.... well, never mind. But I am not going to base future relationships on ONE person, ONE relationship and ONE experience... that would be ridiculous!
If you are not open-minded, you are not maximising your receptiveness to future opportunities that come your way, surely?
You are an intelligent man, and a nice man, by all accounts... don't restrict your chances and deny yourself, or sabotage, the chance of happiness, eh?
Blues63: Well, it's not about anything except being mature. Normal behaviour, such as, respect, consideration, empathy, equality, admiration and care. One doesn't have to lose oneself to nourish, or show love. It is what it is in my book. If you can't give enough, or the other wants more than you can give, you obviously aren't with the right person.
yes, nice post. when I refer to loss of self I refer to the welcome and volntary "oneness" of the couple ~ that is perhaps a more spiritual definition than some will allow, alas, and I'm not even that religious!
Pocoloco44: Bob, If you accept her "As Is" and she accepts you "As Is" I don't think either one of you will lose your selves. being Devoted doesn't mean giving up your self, but rather in my opinion, it simply means being aware of each other's needs, responding to them and blending your lives together. Complimenting the situation, not Complicating it. To me devotion is two people understanding what they have, and sharing it unselfishly with each other.
Best of luck to you..
Ive seen your posts..and dont let the cynics get you down...muy bien amiga...palabras bonitas
Blues63: Well, it's not about anything except being mature. Normal behaviour, such as, respect, consideration, empathy, equality, admiration and care. One doesn't have to lose oneself to nourish, or show love. It is what it is in my book. If you can't give enough, or the other wants more than you can give, you obviously aren't with the right person.
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