I have let wondering if the grass is greener elsewhere ruin a handful of relationships. On most occasions it wasn't any greener elsewhere, just different. But I eventually realized what I actually did need in those situations, was just to be alone, and take some time to become okay with myself.
this post was submitted on 08 Mar 2024
17 points (100.0% liked)
chat
8151 readers
2 users here now
Chat is a text only community for casual conversation, please keep shitposting to the absolute minimum. This is intended to be a separate space from c/chapotraphouse or the daily megathread. Chat does this by being a long-form community where topics will remain from day to day unlike the megathread, and it is distinct from c/chapotraphouse in that we ask you to engage in this community in a genuine way. Please keep shitposting, bits, and irony to a minimum.
As with all communities posts need to abide by the code of conduct, additionally moderators will remove any posts or comments deemed to be inappropriate.
Thank you and happy chatting!
founded 4 years ago
MODERATORS
Thinking I am at that point, too. Thanks for sharing.
I mean the grass is greener where you water it. But you should start thinking about leaving if none of your water is taking
Think hard about what exactly it is that you're missing in this relationship. When you have something specific that can be improved, don't be afraid to ask for it nicely, it can help your partner too if they haven't thought of it or didn't know it was a problem for you. Honest communication is very important, including tough conversations like these
I appreciate the advice. We have talked about it at length sadly and it doesn't seem like things will change. Now is sort of a holding pattern where things are okay but many of the things that are important to me aren't going to fit his life.