Is this normal?

[Terryberrycherry]

When I spend the weekend with my DP, by time it gets to Sunday it’s like I can just tell he’s had enough and wants to be at home only. He seems less affectionate, goes on his phone more.
Is this normal for couples that don’t live together?

Its normal for a person who doesn't want more than a FWB arrangement.

People need space sometimes no matter how loved up you are

No, I don’t think it’s the norm.

How long have you been together ? Do you have dc and he is spending time with them too ?

I don’t think it is the norm. When I was dating and would spend the weekend with someone, we would not want it to end.

No. Not normal in my experience.

Have you asked him? I need a lot more time to myself than my OH does. Generally, he can tell if I’m getting overloaded and takes himself off for a run or something to give me space, but sometimes I do need to retreat to my own house or ask him to give me some space.

Can be but depends how it’s handled. If he’s inconsiderate about it then I’d say it’s not good.

@EvenMoreFuriousVexation

Its normal for a person who doesn't want more than a FWB arrangement.

Bollocks

OP it's perfectly normal for people who may be introverted and need their own space. It doesn't mean he doesn't love you.

It really depends on the person. I adore my boyfriend but I saw him four times in a week recently and I had to tell him it was too much because I need time to keep all my other plates spinning- kids, work, keeping on top of housework. Also seeing family and friends. Overload does happen.

Yes I’d say it is normal

If he’s an introvert it’s totally normal! Too much time with other people can be draining no matter how much you may like or love them.

Sounds fairly normal to me. Everyone needs a bit of space especially if you’ve just spent the last couple of nights together and been doing ‘couple-y’ stuff.

I'd say its pretty normal. I feel like this most Sunday evenings after a few days with my partner & our kids. I love them, I love spending time with them, I would do anything for them. Sometimes you just need to tap out.

I’m a true introvert so this is normal for me. After a two or three days 24/7 with someone I’m needing space and time alone to recharge. It doesn’t mean it’s a FWB situation it just means some people need time alone as being “on” for days on end sucks the energy out of them. It’s nothing personal.

Massive introvert here too. Totally normal for me. Thankfully my DP loves golf so I get loads of me time! 😂

When you are living together, you do not teens to spend every waking moment together so I can see why he might need some space by end of a weekend

Yes I'd say so. Some people just need space and like their own company. It doesn't mean that they don't love you and enjoy your company........ but their "perfect match" is probably somebody equally independent!

Perfectly normal. By Sunday night/evening, I'm mentally planning for next week.
I'm thinking if Work deadlines, kids various arrangements, family issues (parents, sister etc) and how I'm going to fit them in alongside my working week and the other necessary domestic things. (Laundry, shopping, meals etc)

Definitely normal for an introvert. You need time alone to recharge.