So today my parents started yelling at me telling me that I needed to not see my boyfriend anymore or else they'll send me to arkansas to live with my aunts. My boyfriends parents also yelled at him to not see me anymore because they hate me. Or at least it seems like it. We can't sneak around because that won't last. But I can't break up with him because we already planned our future together and I just can't do that. What should I do?

Max: Basically, how I see it, there are three possibilities.

One: I know a girl who had a boyfriend whom she kept secret from her parents because they didn’t want her to have boyfriends until after high school. They were together for a year and a half. So “sneaking around” not lasting? PSH.

Two: You continue to see each other, you get sent to Arkansas, and he gets bitched out. This could lead to two other roads: you both stay in a long distance relationship because of how in love you are, or you just can’t handle the distance and end it.

Three: You break up with him so as to not let anything come between you and your family, because family is, after all, the most important thing (and if they hate him now, would they approve of your planned out future together?).

I can’t tell you what you should do. You have to decide for yourself the best option in front of you. Do you want to be sent to Arkansas? Do you want to break up? Do you want to find a better boy that your parents would approve of? I’m not saying it’ll be easy, but perhaps you should go the route that leads to the fewest people being hurt.

So, dated someone for close to a year and fell in love with them. Them, being afraid of love/commitment, broke it off with the excuse that they wanted to be alone but still wanted to be friends. I was left hanging. I finally gained the courage to text him and ask him if we could meet up. (mostly because I need closure.) He's flaked twice. Do you think it's still a good idea to have this meet up? Just so I can say what I need to say and be done with it?

Aimi: Closure is always important in a relationship, especially if it was a serious relationship and you’re not quite sure why things happened. It’s also important because it ties up any loose ends and gets rid of anything that needs to be said. If he’s not willing to meet though, don’t push it, he may not be mature enough to handle facing you and if that’s the case, it’s not worth it.

How long does it usually take to get over a breakup?

Aimi: Every person is different, there are alot of key factors that play into the relationship. The length, depth of feelings, and how many you’ve dealt with before; however, even if it feels like you’re never going to get over it, you always will. 

How long does it usually take to get over a breakup?

Aimi: Every person is different, there are alot of key factors that play into the relationship. The length, depth of feelings, and how many you’ve dealt with before; however, even if it feels like you’re never going to get over it, you always will. 

Thanks for the advice yeah me and him talked already and where already okay. I mean I don't wanna rush things and just take things slow. Yeah I mean it's just because I haven't talk to like anyone for so long or entertain anyone for so long so maybe I'm just jumping into conclusions and all. But thanks yeah long distance is really hard. Well see what happens.

Max: If you’re ever having trouble with the distance, just remember that the time you do spend together will be even more special, and in the end it’ll all be worth it.

So I've been in love with this guy for pretty much three and a half years. I broke his heart three years ago (yes, its been a long time), and while we've both moved on and I've dated other people, I still feel stuck. I feel guilty for how much pain I caused him and hurt by how much he doesn't care and how he never knew I broke my own heart as much as his. I didn't think two people so young could be in love; and then I was far too stubborn to admit I was wrong. We're friends now, but both moving away in a month. If I was to say anything to him, I don't even know what I would say. It just feels like a part of me will always love him and I will miss him even more than I already do.

Max: If you honestly think you’re in love then try to reconcile. You don’t know how he feels about it, and you never will until you try to talk to him. If you move away then you’ll always be wondering, and he’ll be the one that got away. If he still wants to have something with you, then yay. If not, then at least you’re moving somewhere new where you’ll be able to meet new people, and maybe someone you could love more than him.

Posted by Thoughtfood... 7 January Anonymous Permalink
So I've been in love with this guy for pretty much three and a half years. I broke his heart three years ago (yes, its been a long time), and while we've both moved on and I've dated other people, I still feel stuck. I feel guilty for how much pain I caused him and hurt by how much he doesn't care and how he never knew I broke my own heart as much as his. I didn't think two people so young could be in love; and then I was far too stubborn to admit I was wrong. We're friends now, but both moving away in a month. If I was to say anything to him, I don't even know what I would say. It just feels like a part of me will always love him and I will miss him even more than I already do.

Max: If you honestly think you’re in love then try to reconcile. You don’t know how he feels about it, and you never will until you try to talk to him. If you move away then you’ll always be wondering, and he’ll be the one that got away. If he still wants to have something with you, then yay. If not, then at least you’re moving somewhere new where you’ll be able to meet new people, and maybe someone you could love more than him.

Posted by Thoughtfood... 7 January Anonymous Permalink
Thanks for the advice yeah me and him talked already and where already okay. I mean I don't wanna rush things and just take things slow. Yeah I mean it's just because I haven't talk to like anyone for so long or entertain anyone for so long so maybe I'm just jumping into conclusions and all. But thanks yeah long distance is really hard. Well see what happens.

Max: If you’re ever having trouble with the distance, just remember that the time you do spend together will be even more special, and in the end it’ll all be worth it.

Hi i dont know what to do i mean im talking tho this guy and like its long distance and it sucks because like its so hard and all what should i do? Should i just let him leave or just try to chase him? because like i havent talk to someone like how i talk to him

Max: First of all, don’t “chase” if he won’t “chase” back. Find out where you both stand. It’ll just end up hurting you more if you try to pursue someone, especially long distance, who has no intention of allowing you to become his significant other. Especially because this is long distance, you shouldn’t pursue unless you’re absolutely sure you’re willing put forward the effort and commitment, because it is a hard thing and it will be difficult and you shouldn’t commit if you’re gonna decide a month or two later that its too hard and you can’t handle the distance. You haven’t talked to someone the way you talk to him? I doubt it, I think that’s probably your way of justifying your crush on him. If its true then of course find out if you both have a mutual attraction/understanding.

Posted by Thoughtfood... 7 January Anonymous Permalink
Hi i dont know what to do i mean im talking tho this guy and like its long distance and it sucks because like its so hard and all what should i do? Should i just let him leave or just try to chase him? because like i havent talk to someone like how i talk to him

Max: First of all, don’t “chase” if he won’t “chase” back. Find out where you both stand. It’ll just end up hurting you more if you try to pursue someone, especially long distance, who has no intention of allowing you to become his significant other. Especially because this is long distance, you shouldn’t pursue unless you’re absolutely sure you’re willing put forward the effort and commitment, because it is a hard thing and it will be difficult and you shouldn’t commit if you’re gonna decide a month or two later that its too hard and you can’t handle the distance. You haven’t talked to someone the way you talk to him? I doubt it, I think that’s probably your way of justifying your crush on him. If its true then of course find out if you both have a mutual attraction/understanding.

Posted by Thoughtfood... 7 January Anonymous Permalink

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