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    mylove123

    A guy was pursuing me a while ago and he asked me if I would like to be in a relationship with him, and I said no. But it wasn’t because he was a jerk and it wasn’t because he wasn’t good looking, it’s just that I didn’t feel like our relationship would work out. But now, after a few weeks, I really really regret it. I really do like him and he has shown me how wonderful he can be.

    What do I do? Is it too late now? Will he still be interested or is it too late to go back to him?

    #457068 Reply
    Maria

    I don’t think it is too late. But before you reconsider, do take time to reflect on why you thought the relationships won’t work. He showed you how wonderful he can be, but there was only a few weeks. It is better to start slow, dating, romancing..if you had such serious doubts as to say no to him in the past, you need to make sure you resolve them fully before you move to the next stage.

    If he really liked you, a few weeks should not matter. He should still be interested. If not, then you have your answer, it was not real.

    #457074 Reply
    mylove123

    @Maria You’re right… It’s been a few weeks! And I don’t know if he’s trying to move on or if he hates me now…I mean, we still text and talk, but now, it’s mainly me initiating text conversations. I don’t like that…you know what I mean?

    #457080 Reply
    Greenie

    I have the same question as Maria… why did you feel initially that this relationship wouldn’t work?

    #457083 Reply
    mylove123

    @Greenie It’s because he lives very far from me. He lives halfway across the globe and I don’t know if I’ll be able to go long distance. Also, he and I didn’t have too much time to spend together in person. We only had one day before I needed to return to my home in America. Plus, he and I have only known each other for about 3 weeks. It’s not long at all. AND, on top of that, he and I are 6 years apart (he is older than me).

    #457087 Reply
    Greenie

    It sounds like the only possible deal breaker in there is the distance. Not to be a downer, but LDRs almost NEVER work (I’ve never seen one myself and both of mine failed). I think in order for it to work you actually have to have a real history and emotional connection with that person AND the distance part can’t go on for more than a 6-9 months. So you are right to be worried about this potential relationship.

    I would say maintain this as a friendship and see what develops, meanwhile keep dating others until you are locked down in a relationship.

    #457088 Reply
    mylove123

    @Greenie Right. And he and I don’t have a history at all. We had literally one DAY to get to know each other lol. But you have to keep the faith!

    How long should this go on for? How long should this “friendship” go on for? And what do you mean “locked down in a relationship”? In a relationship with who?

    #457089 Reply
    Greenie

    The friendship can continue indefinitely, you don’t dump friends just because it doesn’t turn into a relationship. But obviously if you lose interest after getting to know him better, then you just move on. Same thing if it doesn’t progress and you would like it to. What I mean by “locking you down” is that WHOever you happen to be dating, if you become exclusive (one and only) then you would stop dating others beccause you’ve found your man.

    #457090 Reply
    mylove123

    @Greenie Right right. Understood. So basically, you DON’T suggest that he and I get together.

    #457094 Reply
    Greenie

    What do you mean “get together”? I’m saying that the chances of this working into a real relationship are slim to none. So keep dating others. Keep him as a friend and get to know him over time. There is no point investing feelings into someone that can’t be with you.

    #457103 Reply
    mylove123

    @Greenie Right. Exactly. I mean “get together”, as in, “be in an exclusive relationship”. He and I came to the agreement to be friends, and he said “Let’s take things slow. One step at a time.” I wonder what that means…

    #457105 Reply
    Greenie

    It’s best to ask him what he means, since he’s the one saying it…

    #457108 Reply
    mylove123

    @Greenie I just asked him if I could see other guys while we are “taking things slow”. Was that a wrong move?

    #457110 Reply
    Greenie

    No that’s perfect! Everyone is free to date until exclusive.

    #457111 Reply
    mylove123

    Okay. I just didn’t want him to get mad or set him off or whatever. You know what I mean?

    #457114 Reply
    Greenie

    Why would he get mad because you’re dating other men? You’re not a couple! If he does get man, that’s your cue to drop this “friend”.

    #457160 Reply
    SthrnBelle

    The age difference is nothing but the distance is a big problem, that is just reality that you may be wasting time thinking you have someone whereas you may end up with nothing after a while. Of course that can always happen and we know we should feel ok alone too but honestly in a relationship everyone has needs.

    I am in an LDR and we had known each other and had a connection for over a year before the relationship. We also spent more time together than most people do in LDRs bu now reality has hit as we cannot meet for two months. We are and have been considering Moving together but there are always many difficulties and realities with that as we’ll and I personally also feel that it is not a situation that can go on too long without a change and that is very challenging too and you both have to be really committed.

    Also after a while no matter how much you communicate that cannot replace a real life relationship even if neither one for you is tempted by someone else your feelings perhaps change or weaken. Most the time at least as there is no physical connection, bonding, common memories. Most people cannot handle it and/ or their feelings are no strong enough.

    To move is a huge commitment when you do not know each other. We spent weeks living together during the summer but even so living together for good without a lot of time spent together before is a very big risk and if you make that decision you have to have a Plan B. I have done it before and it did not work out so without a Plan B it was really hard.

    #457322 Reply
    mylove123

    @SthrnBelle Yes, I agree!!! I know, I know…LDRs are so hard :( But I will see what my mind and heart tell me I need to keep getting to know him. I don’t know what will happen, but I’m going to let nature take its course.

    #510018 Reply
    ben

    he offered you to move in with him didn’t he? thats a big gesture for a guy to make and you just turn him down without even thinking it through. If you remotely liked him why would you turn him down? and if you never liked him why were you together?. why can’t you take a risk for something possibly grand to happen in your life?? all i hear are excuses but you are not doing anything and just letting it slip. unless moving in with him is not an option at all in that case you should let him know, if thats possible then you are just chicken.

    #615675 Reply
    Angela

    Hey so I rejected a guy about a year ago the reason why is because I didn’t talk to him or anything but he texted me and we started to get to know each other better now I regret that I rejected him I wish I never did I like him now I have feelings for him the good thing is that he likes me even after the rejection he told me that I was cute and that he likes me I told him that he was cute too and that I like him too but he said hat he feels weird around me since I rejected him I don’t know what to do I want to talk to him but I don’t know please help

    Btw follow me on Instagram @lil.cloud17

    #615676 Reply
    carlotta

    lol, we see a lot of posting on old threads, but doing so just to shill your instagram account? What a joke.

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