My marriage ended because among many problems was my husband's withdrawal into his bedroom and barely talk to me. I felt emotionally abused by the stonewalling and ignoring, he felt that I was too much and nothing would ever meet my emotional needs. A hug and a chat would have done just fine, I think.
I have been single for over a year and recently met a lovely man. He seems stable, caring, interesting and we seem compatible.
I am trying to be relaxed but I can't help but feel terrified of getting into a similar situation again. He has said he doesn't feel the need to make a range of friends or follow the crowd. While being lovely when we meet and lovely company, he is quite distant in between these times (very few phone calls, not much chat over whatsapp).
Am I setting myself up for a fall by falling for someone who I will have the same or similar problems with as my ex h? I absolutely do need regular emotional connection with my partner. Perhaps I should look for someone with extroverted tendencies like me?
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Could i ask advice about extrovert introvert relationship?
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ShaniaTwang · 13/03/2017 06:02
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