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AIBU to want out after being love bombed so quickly

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Pistachioo · 13/04/2026 16:37

I know I am being love bombed. Relentless texting, false promises, the L word so soon. I want out of this relationship but what is the best way to escape this sort of person?

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Pistachioo · 13/04/2026 17:29

last time I ended I felt so much lighter until all the phone calls/turning up at my house etc. I tried to talk to him and he ended up persuading me that things would change. I honestly just want an easy life. He hasn’t changed, he knows exactly when I have read my messages and rings me if I don’t reply he also demands that on the days I don’t have the children they are HIS days, what about MY days? He has given me the ick and I just can’t even bring myself to talk to him. The amount of times I have told him I am busy at work today is exhausting as he said I am a nightmare at replying. I don’t want to text him all day.

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Pugdogmom · 13/04/2026 17:28

This person is a narcissist and you need to make sure you make this split permanent. Absolutely get help from womens aid or Suzy Lamplugh trust.
Block him off everything, don't answer any unknown numbers. Tell your friends etc, and screenshot or record any attempts to contact you. If you don't have a ring doorbell, get one.

BookArt55 · 13/04/2026 17:28

Via text or phone. Not face tk face.
Before you so contact Women's Aid for advice.
Inform friends and parents that you will be doing it on X date abd have then block his number.
Make sure you have a ring doorbell fully charged at all times.
Make sure your mobile is fully charged at all times.
Log with the police every single time he makes contact with you or your relatives. Logging it as it happens shows the pattern of behaviours, which is really important.
When you text, do not give a reason, keep it a statement. My feelings have changed abd I no longer think we are compatible. Then block and move on. Giving any reason at all juat gives them information to try and convince you otherwise. Short, blunt, block. Give them no room for manoeuvre.
Have a code word with friends abd family in case, something random that they know means trouble with him and to get help.
Wishing you luck. You can do this.

ReadingCrimeFiction · 13/04/2026 17:14

CalmTheFuckDownMargaret · 13/04/2026 17:10

“I don’t feel we are compatible and my feelings aren’t going to change. I need you to respect my feelings and I want you to stop contacting me.”

I agree with others you kight want to check in with women's aid or similar. But this is the sort of approach I would take.

Shedmistress · 13/04/2026 17:13

Thats not love bombing that's stalking.

CalmTheFuckDownMargaret · 13/04/2026 17:10

“I don’t feel we are compatible and my feelings aren’t going to change. I need you to respect my feelings and I want you to stop contacting me.”

Dawnintheageofaquariams · 13/04/2026 16:59

'Dear loser,
welcome to Dumpville.
Population - you.'

CleanSkin · 13/04/2026 16:58

Excited101 · 13/04/2026 16:40

‘I’m afraid this isn’t working for me. All the best’ and block. Job done.

This’ll do nicely, on repeat.
ETA Then escalate per PPs.

Nellietheolophant · 13/04/2026 16:58

BauhausOfEliott · 13/04/2026 16:57

You need to send him a message that is very clear and cold, saying something like 'Our relationship is over. I do not want to hear from you again, and you are not to contact my parents or anyone else close to me either. If you ever contact me, or try to reach me through other people, I will consider that harassment and I will report you to the police.'

Then, if he ignores your wishes and continues to contact you, you need to speak to the police and explain what's happening.

You also need to make a note / take screenshots of every attempt he makes to contact you and what he says. Do not reply to him when he messages you.

This isn't 'love bombing'. It's stalking and harassment.

Edited

All of this. Document everything.

BauhausOfEliott · 13/04/2026 16:57

Pistachioo · 13/04/2026 16:50

Because I have tried to do it the nice way previously, he turns up at my house, contacts my parents, and calls me on numerous other numbers. I don’t think I can deal with that.

You need to send him a message that is very clear and cold, saying something like 'Our relationship is over. I do not want to hear from you again, and you are not to contact my parents or anyone else close to me either. If you ever contact me, or try to reach me through other people, I will consider that harassment and I will report you to the police.'

Then, if he ignores your wishes and continues to contact you, you need to speak to the police and explain what's happening.

You also need to make a note / take screenshots of every attempt he makes to contact you and what he says. Do not reply to him when he messages you.

This isn't 'love bombing'. It's stalking and harassment.

Nellietheolophant · 13/04/2026 16:56

If he is stalking you then call the police. But you need to make it clear in no uncertain terms the relationship is over and you want no more contact of any form. Don't give mixed signals.

NancyMeyers · 13/04/2026 16:53

I think I'd contact services like Womens aid or whatever is available in your area for support. They can help with a safety plan. There's something called Claire's Law where you can request info to see if they've been convicted of a Domestic Abuse offence etc. But Womens Aid can talk you through all that. Wishing you all the best.

LetterBetter · 13/04/2026 16:53

Pistachioo · 13/04/2026 16:50

Because I have tried to do it the nice way previously, he turns up at my house, contacts my parents, and calls me on numerous other numbers. I don’t think I can deal with that.

No wonder you're so concerned. This could be seen as stalking.

Firstly, this is not your fault!

Take a look here for some help:

https://www.suzylamplugh.org/pages/category/national-stalking-helpline

National Stalking Helpline

Support victims of stalking through the National Stalking Helpline and London Stalking Support Service, as well as training for organisations in Lone Working and Personal Safety as well as Stalking Awareness. We want to reduce the risk of violence and...

https://www.suzylamplugh.org/pages/category/national-stalking-helpline

WilfredsPies · 13/04/2026 16:52

Pistachioo · 13/04/2026 16:46

I think I am

Over the phone, in that case. Get his stuff out of your home and get a friend to drop it all off. Change your locks, vary your routine. Change your passwords and up your security settings. Do not hesitate to involve the police.

takealettermsjones · 13/04/2026 16:52

Pistachioo · 13/04/2026 16:50

Because I have tried to do it the nice way previously, he turns up at my house, contacts my parents, and calls me on numerous other numbers. I don’t think I can deal with that.

Contact Women's Aid. This is what they do; they will absolutely help you.

https://womensaid.org.uk/information-support/the-survivors-handbook/i-want-to-leave-my-relationship-safely/

I want to leave my relationship safely - Women’s Aid

The Survivor’s Handbook provides practical support and information for women experiencing domestic abuse, with simple guidance on every aspect of seeking support.

https://womensaid.org.uk/information-support/the-survivors-handbook/i-want-to-leave-my-relationship-safely/

Catza · 13/04/2026 16:52

Pistachioo · 13/04/2026 16:50

Because I have tried to do it the nice way previously, he turns up at my house, contacts my parents, and calls me on numerous other numbers. I don’t think I can deal with that.

Then you need to contact women's aid for advice and also call the police when he shows up at your door. Your parents need to make sure they block his number so he is not able to contact them and not pick up the call from unknown numbers.

EmmaOvary · 13/04/2026 16:52

I mean this is more than love bombing really, isn’t it OP? More like harassment.

BauhausOfEliott · 13/04/2026 16:51

Pistachioo · 13/04/2026 16:46

I think I am

Nobody can really help you until you provide some more information.

How long have you been dating this person?

Have they been controlling/coercive/abusive?

Can you explain why you fear for your safety?

Can you give some examples of their responses when you've previously told them to ease off?

Have you tried to end the relationship at all?

Pistachioo · 13/04/2026 16:50

Nellietheolophant · 13/04/2026 16:48

Can you explain why?

Because I have tried to do it the nice way previously, he turns up at my house, contacts my parents, and calls me on numerous other numbers. I don’t think I can deal with that.

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LetterBetter · 13/04/2026 16:49

Pistachioo · 13/04/2026 16:46

I think I am

This must feel really frightening. Have you got someone you trust to talk to in real life about this?

It may be worth getting advice and support in navigating the break up.

WilfredsPies · 13/04/2026 16:49

I wouldn’t tell them that you’ve realised they love bombing you, partly because they’ll adjust their behaviour for the next date and she won’t see it coming, but also because I think the sort of people who lovebomb are manipulative and you’d be giving them a basis for negotiation.

Saying that the relationship is making you unhappy and you don’t reciprocate their feelings isn’t something that they can argue with or promise to change. Don’t go into any lengthy explanation. Don’t promise a friendship. Just say that you’re not willing to fake something you don’t feel and that’s all there is to it.

Nellietheolophant · 13/04/2026 16:48

Pistachioo · 13/04/2026 16:46

I think I am

Can you explain why?

Pistachioo · 13/04/2026 16:46

NancyMeyers · 13/04/2026 16:43

Are you concerned for your safety if you end the relationship?

I think I am

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Credittocress · 13/04/2026 16:43

“It was really nice to meet you, but I don’t think we’re compatible and you’re not what I am looking for. I wish you all the best and hope you find your person”

Then block

NancyMeyers · 13/04/2026 16:43

Are you concerned for your safety if you end the relationship?

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