Honestly I'd say about 60% of the dudes I meet who claim to be in open relationships or “ethically non-monogamous” are straight up just cheaters (I'm not sure about the female demographics…I don't get propositioned by as many women)
You know it'll pay off in the future for the both of yall??? How do you know that if she's the one in control of the relationship?? Just break up with her now because she's obviously got you brain washed or something. If you stay with her she will most likely do things to sabotage your purpose and dreams in Nashville. Something tells me she's said other reckless shit that you never checked her on. Nobody should be in control of your life but YOU.
If I were you I'd just tell her “I guess we're done then” and block her as I walk away.
The greater question here is why are you mentally attached to someone who obviously isn't attached to you???
I absolutely love my therapist. She has changed my life this last year. Recently, I brought my boyfriend in for a couples assessment. Even she wouldn't agree to consistent couples therapy and offered to suggest a few for us if we wanted to go down that road.
It's very unethical to treat a person both individually and in a couple. As other comments have said – it may just be inexperience on her part as you said she's in her 20s-30s. Personally I'm not sure that's accurate but it could be plausible if you're looking on the plus side.
While there are some pink flags (mentioning divorce, potential flirting through text), it really comes down to you and your husband. I'd suggest expressing your concerns to him and seeing what you can do to make both of you comfortable. You do have every right to bring up your concerns to him. It can also take a few tries to find a good therapist. I looked for my new one because I liked my old therapist but didn't love her. If your husband doesn't love his therapist and wouldn't mind looking for another I think that would be your best option. It doesn't sound like he is attached to keeping her.
I hope this helps and that you two can find a good compromise!
I think it's valuable to have emotional intimacy with friends. I think it's reasonable to keep private conversations between friends private. But when you tell your bf that the level of intimacy and time and devotion he's showing someone else is a problem, it's time for him to take that step back without having to be asked. Whether he thinks it's really ok to message your pal that you wish they were also attending a couples' vacation, he should be more concerned with the fact that it's not ok with you. You shouldn't have to ask him to step back, and if taking a step back from this friend would “kill him and make him want to die” that's not a dynamic I would want to participate in.
I absolutely wouldn't accept this in your shoes. If it's her car, and she's the sole owner, and would keep it if you split, then she is responsible for payments on it.
If you were to be a driver, I would suggest you paying insurance and gas, but not more than that. Maybe someone else would be able to suggest a small payment you could make, but I don't think this in your best interests to do so.
I would recommend this being a very hot line in the sand. And if she pushes, then it needs to become a deal breaker I think. Her ask is selfish in nature.
I've known her for around a year and I've liked her for even longer then that. Of course when she was in her relationship we weren't talking but months after her break up, we started dating. Even before we were dating we were in this weird part of are friendship where we were dating but we weren't, it was weird. Regardless I don't think anything I said really matters, she did lie to me about something serious 3 weeks into are relationship and it's not like its the first time so I guess I really do have too break things off.
He didn’t want you to pay for stuff because then you could make changes or demands?? WTF did I just read? This is incredibly controlling and a HUGE red flag. The parking spot just solidifies it. He is trying to make it so that he has the final say of not only what happens in the house, but also where you park. This is awful- you have a baby in the NICU and he is trying to make your life harder. When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time. Please get away from this man safely as soon as possible.
They may also drop their standards or focus on the one thing that they can't deal with.
My dad said that the reason he married my mom and not the many women he dated after his divorce was she was from the South and she knew he wanted biscuits and gravy on Sunday.
Literally not having to coach a Northerner on his expectations of marriage was all it took. (We did give him a ton of shit for this. He then said mom's gravy was better than his moms earnestly. Which is high praise from a Southern boy.)
And this, r/relationship_advice, is what true, actual, legit gaslighting looks like. Denying something you have tangible proof happened, that they directly did, while accusing you of being crazy for thinking it happened.
OP, you know she is lying. You know the reason she is lying. You know this path is unsustainable. It’s going to suck, but you know what is going on and what you need to do.
Honestly I'd say about 60% of the dudes I meet who claim to be in open relationships or “ethically non-monogamous” are straight up just cheaters (I'm not sure about the female demographics…I don't get propositioned by as many women)
You know it'll pay off in the future for the both of yall??? How do you know that if she's the one in control of the relationship?? Just break up with her now because she's obviously got you brain washed or something. If you stay with her she will most likely do things to sabotage your purpose and dreams in Nashville. Something tells me she's said other reckless shit that you never checked her on. Nobody should be in control of your life but YOU.
If I were you I'd just tell her “I guess we're done then” and block her as I walk away.
The greater question here is why are you mentally attached to someone who obviously isn't attached to you???
I absolutely love my therapist. She has changed my life this last year. Recently, I brought my boyfriend in for a couples assessment. Even she wouldn't agree to consistent couples therapy and offered to suggest a few for us if we wanted to go down that road.
It's very unethical to treat a person both individually and in a couple. As other comments have said – it may just be inexperience on her part as you said she's in her 20s-30s. Personally I'm not sure that's accurate but it could be plausible if you're looking on the plus side.
While there are some pink flags (mentioning divorce, potential flirting through text), it really comes down to you and your husband. I'd suggest expressing your concerns to him and seeing what you can do to make both of you comfortable. You do have every right to bring up your concerns to him. It can also take a few tries to find a good therapist. I looked for my new one because I liked my old therapist but didn't love her. If your husband doesn't love his therapist and wouldn't mind looking for another I think that would be your best option. It doesn't sound like he is attached to keeping her.
I hope this helps and that you two can find a good compromise!
I think it's valuable to have emotional intimacy with friends. I think it's reasonable to keep private conversations between friends private. But when you tell your bf that the level of intimacy and time and devotion he's showing someone else is a problem, it's time for him to take that step back without having to be asked. Whether he thinks it's really ok to message your pal that you wish they were also attending a couples' vacation, he should be more concerned with the fact that it's not ok with you. You shouldn't have to ask him to step back, and if taking a step back from this friend would “kill him and make him want to die” that's not a dynamic I would want to participate in.
I absolutely wouldn't accept this in your shoes. If it's her car, and she's the sole owner, and would keep it if you split, then she is responsible for payments on it.
If you were to be a driver, I would suggest you paying insurance and gas, but not more than that. Maybe someone else would be able to suggest a small payment you could make, but I don't think this in your best interests to do so.
I would recommend this being a very hot line in the sand. And if she pushes, then it needs to become a deal breaker I think. Her ask is selfish in nature.
I've known her for around a year and I've liked her for even longer then that. Of course when she was in her relationship we weren't talking but months after her break up, we started dating. Even before we were dating we were in this weird part of are friendship where we were dating but we weren't, it was weird. Regardless I don't think anything I said really matters, she did lie to me about something serious 3 weeks into are relationship and it's not like its the first time so I guess I really do have too break things off.
Thank you
He didn’t want you to pay for stuff because then you could make changes or demands?? WTF did I just read? This is incredibly controlling and a HUGE red flag. The parking spot just solidifies it. He is trying to make it so that he has the final say of not only what happens in the house, but also where you park. This is awful- you have a baby in the NICU and he is trying to make your life harder. When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time. Please get away from this man safely as soon as possible.
They may also drop their standards or focus on the one thing that they can't deal with.
My dad said that the reason he married my mom and not the many women he dated after his divorce was she was from the South and she knew he wanted biscuits and gravy on Sunday.
Literally not having to coach a Northerner on his expectations of marriage was all it took. (We did give him a ton of shit for this. He then said mom's gravy was better than his moms earnestly. Which is high praise from a Southern boy.)
Three months and he’s asking for money?
Just stop it. Do you really want to tie yourself to a 32 year old man that can’t budget?
Do you want such a shit credit rating if you get a place together and every month he defaults on the rent so you get kicked out?
Seriously. Use your head. He’s worthless. Move on. Don’t waste any more time on him.
You don’t need his permission to leave……
Ew loose the guy he sucks
Congratz OP you found yourself a baby.
Seriously you should dump him… You are still young to be supporting a 40 year old who is only burden to you and is taking advantage of you.
And this, r/relationship_advice, is what true, actual, legit gaslighting looks like. Denying something you have tangible proof happened, that they directly did, while accusing you of being crazy for thinking it happened.
OP, you know she is lying. You know the reason she is lying. You know this path is unsustainable. It’s going to suck, but you know what is going on and what you need to do.
No I'm not. I'm literally telling you guys what is happening