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Could you be in a relationship with someone who won’t initiate conversation?

53 replies

ParsleyKitten · 07/10/2024 13:28

So I do the majority of the taking, conversation making - often get one word answers. When I’ve tried to explain that I would like to feel he wants to talk to me and could show this by starting conversations he responds and says ‘you know where I am if you want to speak to me’

It’s wearing me down. I feel like my head is on a brick wall trying to explain how that does not show someone wanting to talk/spend time together.

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CointreauVersial · 07/10/2024 13:31

Oh blimey, no.

I mean....I love to talk, but it's good to get some sort of response/contribution.

How long have you been together?

WingsofRain · 07/10/2024 13:31

I am, have been for 30 years. It’s utterly draining and I don’t really have any helpful suggestions for you.
If you aren’t trapped in the relationship for practical reasons then I’d suggest trying to get yourself out so you can find something better.

Maray1967 · 07/10/2024 13:29

I could not live with this, no.