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Should I dump him?

56 replies

kilolik · 12/10/2021 15:54

Back in January I ended up sleeping with a good friend of mine. One thing after the other led to this being a regular thing, and we both caught feelings for each other. I wasn't sure if we should date, but we said we'd give it a go.

We've been together since. But I've suddenly sort of got an ick. I've realised that I really care for him, but I don't love him. I've had moments over the past six months where I've started to feel it. My friend has been telling me to end things for some time, which tbh is putting me off him .

The problem is, he is my best friend. We are so similar and we share friendship group. I will really miss him if he decided to go nc. Our sex is amazing, some of the best I have ever had. But the problem is, I don't get butterflies.

I've told myself that because we started dating from friends, it won't be the same as the usual dating. I'm really torn. I have only once had the whole butterflies and true love thing with an ex. I don't know if it's cruel to keep this going as I'm not one hundred percent sure this can last for ever. But equally, I don't know if I am just getting cold feet with ' the grass is always greener'.

He is handsome, in shape, smart, and has a great career.

OP posts:
Wiredforsound · 13/10/2021 09:27

Your ‘friend’ is jealous - either because he wants you himself, he wants your company to himself, or he doesn’t like you being happy. Your man sounds amazing and you sound well suited. If you are going off him then that can’t be helped, but don’t let your so called friend influence your decision, especially when you know it’s this good. Butterflies last a few months max and you’re probably not getting them because you’re not playing games, you trust him and you know where you stand.

kilolik · 13/10/2021 13:21

So I did it. It wasn't pleasant. He was very upset. He told me I was looking for something that doesn't exist but he thanked me for telling him. I'm feeling a bit lonely already but I'm sure there's something else out there for me.

OP posts:
DrSbaitso · 13/10/2021 13:30

Well, I hope you're right. Do you know what you're looking for?

kwarantina · 13/10/2021 15:45

Poor decision

pollypocketlover · 13/10/2021 16:12

OP you obviously wanted to break up with him, otherwise you wouldn't have posted on here. You know best what you need, and no matter how attractive or kind or whatever this guy is, he wasn't the one for you. Ignore posters trying to make you feel bad for listening to your gut.

DebbieHarrysCheekbones · 13/10/2021 16:12
Hmm
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