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What does "I don't know what to tell you" mean in a romantic relationship?

EXACTLY what I was thinking, Claire! Guess I should've expected that from you - great minds thinking alike and all...

What does "I don't know what to tell you" mean in a romantic relationship?

Would that be true, though, Sommer? Wouldn't you really know what he wants to hear, and simply be unwilling to say those words to him?

What does "I don't know what to tell you" mean in a romantic relationship?

Thanks, Alison!

But I suspect there are times when it means something closer to its actual words. I can see, for instance, someone saying "I don't know what to tell you" in response to: "Why does Planck's Constant exist?"

On the other hand, "What do you want me to tell you?" doesn't, in my opinion, often lend itself to such a literal meaning. It could be an expression of legitimate confusion, but perhaps more commonly would be a stalling for time or other form of evasive verbal maneuver.

What does "I don't know what to tell you" mean in a romantic relationship?

Not sure what to tell you about that, Trudy...

Seriously, thanks for that detailed response! I'm wondering what your EX didn't like about you said - what was that kind of conversation about typically (I'm guessing some controversial subject)? If you don't mind my asking, Blue.

What does "I don't know what to tell you" mean in a romantic relationship?

Thanks, Trish. I *think* I see why that question would make you think of this song. I probably have heard it, but can't remember the melody at the moment. I'll download it today at some point...


Not sure I can accept you apology to atheists, by the way, T.

What does "I don't know what to tell you" mean in a romantic relationship?

But what kinds of subjects in a romantic relationship generally or frequently lead to such a loss, Some?

What does "I don't know what to tell you" mean in a romantic relationship?

I'm thinking that it's largely equivalent to "What do you want me to tell you?" mainly because the two often seem to come up in the same conversation (in my experience).

I see them both as *usually* being evasive - that is, they are either a "stalling for time to think" or a "I'm not sure I dare tell you what I really think" strategy.

What does "I don't know what to tell you" mean in a romantic relationship?

Of course, this line comes up in many different contexts, not just romantic ones. But it often rears its enigmatic head, it seems, in relationships - particularly, in my experience, when one partner is asking for validation or approval.

We often see threads here about the code meanings for various phrases, and I'm thinking this may be one of them.

Jeff

RE: This is What Has Me So Upset Today.....And The Fact That It Won't Change!!!!!!

Ah, a cell phone thief! That would explain everything!

RE: This is What Has Me So Upset Today.....And The Fact That It Won't Change!!!!!!

Hugsy, I'm guessing the cops almost might've also mistaken him for a shoplifter or a thief of some kind...?

How long before you know it's "right"?

That's true, Bebe - the title of the thread was intended as a tickler; I explained in more detail what the "real" question was in my original post. Of course, no one "knows" in any absolute sense, so practically it must come down to a matter of belief.

Jeff

How long before you know it's "right"?

It isn't my way of thinking, Al. It's simply reading what the question is and answering it. Or at least I thought that was awfully simple...

How long before you know it's "right"?

Imagine you're the only person left on earth, Pat. Do you still you are complete unto yourself?

How long before you know it's "right"?

Strange, but I think only two people have actually answered the question I asked - to wit: How long on average has it taken you to decide that your romantic partner is marriage material?

How long before you know it's "right"?

Thanks, Ginger...that's more or less how I pieced it together as I thought about it (one problem is that I've been only checking in on this thread erratically, so I kind of lose the "flow").

Jeff

How long before you know it's "right"?

How long before you know it's "right"?

If you can't figure out my emotes, Claire, who can??

How long before you know it's "right"?

How long before you know it's "right"?

Robert...any chance of your ordering "He's Scared, She's Scared" (or I have bald guys handing them out for a small donation at most airports?).

How long before you know it's "right"?

Okay, Ginger...how serious are you about that?

How long before you know it's "right"?

In my experience, I know there's the potential in a few weeks, and have felt pretty confident after two to three months - but those were months full of intense conversation/relating.

And I've only fallen in love twice in my life, for the record, so I don't have much of a historical perspective here. However, I know what I want, and can see it fairly quickly.

How long before you know it's "right"?

I've been missing you, too, T. Though it's good to know you're in a happy place right now (I am right about that, aren't I?)

How long before you know it's "right"?

How long before you know it's "right"?

Having returned from the Love Boat, Denise, you'd probably be in a uniquely qualified position to answer my quandary.

Welcome back, hon!

How long before you know it's "right"?

How long before you know it's "right"?

Thanks, Claire. That's exactly the critical information I was desperately seeking.

How long before you know it's "right"?

How long on average has it taken you to decide that your romantic partner is marriage material?

Practical issues of timing (financial, school, or otherwise) aside, how long have you usually needed to decide whether the person you're with could be a lifelong partner?

RE: photo rating

I believe the photo ratings perform the critical function of informing us how attractive we are. I really can't see functioning without them.

RE: NOBODY EVER VIEWS MY PROFILE

I just looked at you...now you know to be careful what you wish for!

RE: I only want happy stories here, who has met a person from this site and are having a successful...

Yes, I've found someone incredibly special here, too (how many women would enjoy spending hour after hour reading the Concise Oxford Dictionary with me???!!)!!