I think I had some opportunities to become hitched here in real life. But, I guess I am fussy. I don't want the wrong person...even if they are presenting themselves at the right time.
Maybe I am not getting the whole gist of the situation...which I think would be nearly impossible for me to get, because I am only hearing your side.
But what I am curious about is, how did he respond to his ex? I mean, if he responded by saying he missed her in bed too...that would be rather distasteful....I would think.
"This went on for a week. He never mentioned to me about it. The worst part is he acted as though I don't exist, let alone in a relationship."
The first part of that statement, maybe he was embarrassed or felt that it would not be accepted well if you knew about it (of it would not be accepted well) But, if she contacted him without him soliciting the conversation, maybe he thought that this was just going to be a one-off conversation and was taking action to prevent it from happening again. What do you mean by going on for a week? Were they talking constantly during that week or did that one conversation happen a week ago and he never mentioned it to you?
The second part...that is a somewhat a subjective statement. Maybe you felt that way after finding out about the conversation. Feeling a certain way and what really was going on are sometimes two different things...especially when bias comes into play.
What do I mean by bias coming into play...well, you broke off the relationship so you were upset and unhappy with him. That in and of itself is a sort of bias.
I like the advice of just keeping the peace and your distance. It might be a good idea to stay especially far away if you plan on consuming a lot of alcohol.
That is also true, but not all situations are brought on by the individual.
Some people do take different perspective at issues....solving them or accepting them are two of my favorite ways. In order to succeed at that, sometimes one has to talk to others or do some research.
Thank you Usha...I totally agree with your statement and appreciate you sharing it. I like how you point out how we are all as different as our DNA...so true...and yet, we are all being forced to fit into this one stereotypical box...a man (conformity).
Nam has many caring friends here. That is nice to see how close we all are here.
Thank you Fiery. There is no doubt, that life is mostly likely a tough ride for almost everyone. Of course, worse for others. It is in human nature that some can hide or perhaps even live with difficulties better than others and being a man does not exclude one from this. Like mentioned, society sorta just groups men as some sort of invincible force that can handle anything...which to me, is somewhat unfair.
I am happy to hear it reported that Nam has come out of his comma. What a great relief. He has a lot of friends here and surely would be missed.
Legs, that is an interesting perspective about someone never being able to let loose because of a lack of trust. You are right too...some women are too tough to cry also. But it is too bad that men have been conditioned to not cry or they are weak. It is nice to get issues out in the air...man or woman...to hold them in and carry them all your life, that would be tough and potentially damaging.
Hmmm Molly, I wonder what has changed for young men to show their emotions in public. I have seen men cry in public but usually after some sort of traumatic event....never just out of the blue.
CH...I get what you are saying. What you mention sounds like it would be a great complimentary partnership....love, being there for one another.
I am no expert here...but I would say emotions stem from thoughts. But, I am a man and don't have any frequent hormonal changes which I know can trigger emotions. In any case, I hope you begin to feel better soon.
Pro....I see anger in one of my friends...who I know is hurting deep down inside. His alcohol habit, though it might free his mind from the hurt, it does nothing to solve the problem. ...in fact, he frequently gets drunk to the point of not even being able to talk. The way I see it, the hurt and alcohol feed off of each other, leading him in a downward spiral.
I think I have been seeing the same thing with reversals. I don't think any less of a man if he is crying. Like you mention, it is a cleansing....perhaps a start though, to something that needs more attention.
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Hello CH,I think I had some opportunities to become hitched here in real life. But, I guess I am fussy. I don't want the wrong person...even if they are presenting themselves at the right time.
How about you, you hitched?
Thank you.