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Something seems off - but what?

31 replies

Daisyduke99 · 03/01/2025 19:28

Hello everyone, have NC for this.

Been seeing a guy for about 3-4 months now. We always meet up for dinner and drinks. I haven’t been to his place yet, he hasn’t been to mine. He said he believes in building a connection before becoming intimate. He seems to want to take things slowly which is also happy with.

He’s very open with his phone and has shared lots about his life with me. Regularly sends me photos of what he’s doing, photos with his family etc.

But there are times when I won’t hear from him for two (sometimes three) days. It’s not often, just occasional, but I can’t help but find it a little off that his communication drops like this. I really don’t believe that he’s cheating or being shady - except this does niggle me somewhat!

Do you think it’s likely this could be a sign that something isn’t right? He seems very invested, bar the occasional dip in communication.

I intend to address this with him as I don’t like the anxious feeling it gives me. Just wondered if anyone else has experienced similar - did it reveal anything untoward?

Thanks in advance for reading.

OP posts:
Namechange2272 · 04/01/2025 16:24

Sorry to hear he hasn't messaged back. That's crap OP

Here4thechocs · 04/01/2025 23:06

Pankoberry · 03/01/2025 21:16

Personally, it’s probably best to mirror his actions. If he doesnt reply for days (and you’re not sure why - it could be for any reason) then just do the same back.

if he’s interested he’ll notice and make more effort.

This ll totally be me : mirroring his actions & see how he likes it.

ClareBlue · 04/01/2025 23:17

amoreoamicizia · 03/01/2025 20:59

Maybe he's got ED but doesn't want to say?

I think this might be more common than people realise. All those conversations about building connections, want to take it slowly, been hurt in past, blah, blah, blah hiding ED or serious performance anxiety. If you're in your 40s, single, and fancy each other then 4 months is a long time to be building connections.
I would be asking why it's not moved on. I Don't think it will, tbh.

healthybychristmas · 04/01/2025 23:29

When you say his family, do you mean his children? If so I would imagine he is still with his ex.

YourPurpleGal · 02/05/2025 22:08

Trust your gut feelings. Always. You must both be honest, open, and forthright. Communication is vitally Important for building trust. Ask him for his viewpoint on these things. Ask open ended questions and show that you are curious about what he is saying. Listen twice as much as you speak - you have 2 ears and 1 mouth! Good luck!

Redrosesposies · 02/05/2025 22:15

This thread is 5 months old @YourPurpleGal 😊

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