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Archived questions from: January, 2016 (see latest in Breaking up category)

Breaking up: Help and advice

What is wrong with me that I get involved with a married man? Why am I such a mess?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 3247 days ago

31 January 2016 (F) - What is wrong with me?? Please tell me what's wrong with me. I am ending an alcoholic marriage and am getting divorced. It has been very sad for many years and then i get involved with a married man for the last 18 months cos he was kind and car...

My wife of 22 years has no remorse over her cheating. Should we divorce, or do what we want?

This question has 10 answers - newest was posted 3247 days ago

30 January 2016 (M) - I just found out that my wife cheated on me and not the first time and she does not even feel remorse. We have been married for 22 years, both in our 40s. She looks amazing for her age. Men always liked her. we have a grown child and empty nesters....

I am feeling sorry for myself, and sorry for the wife of my married lover since we broke up. How do I get over this break-up?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 3248 days ago

30 January 2016 (F) - I broke up with a married man two weeks ago. While I am dealing with that and trying to let go, I am also crying over the fact that I will no longer be friends with his wife either. Please don't judge and tell me she is better off without frie...

What can I do about my overbearing controlling sister in law? She also has power of attorney over my husband

This question has 1 answer - newest was posted 3249 days ago

29 January 2016 (F) - Should I give up on my marriage? my husband s oldest sister who is power of attorney to him and was power of attorney for his mom before his mom died still wants to be in charge of everything. No way in hell does she want to let go of this. ...

Does he want it to be over?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 3246 days ago

28 January 2016 (F) - I met a foreign man living in the UK over two months ago and immediately entered into an intimate and sexual relationship and fell for him. He is 7 years my senior and at the moment he is working day till night all over the country so I never get ...

Is it a good idea to propose to her on St Valentine's day? She never revealed earlier why she broke up with me, previously.

This question has 9 answers - newest was posted 3218 days ago

27 January 2016 (M) - We went out for a year and then she broke it off. After about 4 months we started seeing each other. We have been seeing each other for the past 2 months. I am not sure why she broke it off. I am a healthy 65 she is 54. She has never been marri...

How can I overcome my emotions over this bad break-up? Feel sick with jealousy, anger, hurt and sadness

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 3251 days ago

27 January 2016 (M) - Hi everyone. So I broke up with my ex girlfriend and ended up exploring my bisexual side. Since September 2015 I have been seeing This guy our meets were intense and we ended up having sex. I freaked out for a couple of weeks and ignored him. He ...

We never iron out our differences when we argue and I'm wondering if I should walk away?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 3252 days ago

26 January 2016 (F) - My boyfriend and I have been together for a couple years, when we argue or have a problem that needs to be addressed he will not, if I bring it up he gets angry then we are arguing again so we never iron out or differences... It's very frustrating!! ...

I broke his heart because he said No to exclusivity. What causes fear of commitment?

This question has 11 answers - newest was posted 3246 days ago

26 January 2016 (F) - I met a wonderful man online (26) and we dated for two months. We were basically BF and GF without the title, and it was the perfect relationship. We never established or assumed exclusivity but considering all factors it’s highly unlikely he was ...

Is this the end of the line?

This question has 9 answers - newest was posted 3250 days ago

26 January 2016 (F) - I met a man over two months ago and immediately entered into an intimate relationship and fell for him. He is 7 years my senior and at the moment he is working day till night all over the country so I never get to see him. Our last date was 2 we...

Did I cheat and how do I fix it?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 3253 days ago

25 January 2016 (F) - I've just gone through a breakup and I really need an opinion on what to or whether I actually did something wrong to deserve being broken up with. I started dating a guy about 2 months ago. We went for a couple of drinks during the first week and...

Considering breaking up, so why do I feel like crying, as if I'm losing something?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 3253 days ago

25 January 2016 (F) - Dear Cupid I'm dating an guy for past 3 months, I connect with him so well it scares the hell out of me. I really like him, he never said anything about liking me, he is not really vocal in showing affection; his action also confuse me Fo...

Its been almost 3 years since we broke up. Why can't we move on?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 3254 days ago

24 January 2016 (F) - After 2yrs 10months of trying to get over him, I finally decide to. The next day he calls. I'm really in a state of confusion. Well I'm with someone else, for a year and three months nos. I love my boyfriend. Maybe not as much as I love my ex. But I ...

Our marriage is falling apart. I ask myself, 'why am I with him?' What should I do?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 3255 days ago

23 January 2016 (F) - My marriage is falling apart and has been for some months. We aren't close and don't have a marriage in the true sense. We are more like friends now. Trust issues years ago regarding my husband haven't helped either. We've been married nearly 24 y...

Shall I allow him a second chance ? Or should I tell him how I feel about his actions?

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 3254 days ago

23 January 2016 (F) - I'm new to the dating world after being married for a long time and am just trying to navigate my way…would appreciate thoughts and opinions :) I met a new man out for a blind date last night. We kept it short. Just a drink and sort of a ...

I broke up with boyfriend because he still doesn't want to marry for several years

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 3255 days ago

22 January 2016 (F) - Tonight,I broke up with my bf of 1 year. It's been a lovely year,ups and downs of course. We love and care about each other,But tonight I expressed to him that I wish to get married soon as my parents are traditional; we are 8 years apart,he is 20 ...

Fighting for something that will never happen

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 3256 days ago

22 January 2016 (M) - Okay, so I've been trying to go along this by myself lately but I have asked around but my damn heart keeps pointing me to wrong direction it seems. I'll cut this huge timeline/story but I've gone out with my ex for 1 year and 8 months but I bro...

Second thoughts on my long distance love

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 3256 days ago

22 January 2016 (F) - My boyfriend and I have been in a LDR for 2 years now. We see each other every month or so. When I first dated him, I knew that our lifestyles and careers were quite different. I work for a well known tech' company as an operations manager. I make ...

How can a man cut feelings out of his friendships?

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 3256 days ago

21 January 2016 (F) - I have lost guy friends due to them having feelings for me and so when one of my married guy friends started to get distant, I asked him if it was because he was getting feelings. He said, "I dont really have feelings. I've cut feelings out of t...

I am not sure I want to get married anymore but I am afraid to say so...

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 3256 days ago

21 January 2016 (F) - Hi everyone. I am due to get married in August and I am no longer sure if its the right thing to do. Here is why: my fiance and I met when we were 20, and for the first year he behaved very disrespectfully, going out drinking and flirting with other ...

I just want to move on and get out of this relationship because I don't want to get hurt again

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 3257 days ago

21 January 2016 (F) - I am a divorcee and staying with friends. Opposite to my apartment one guy is staying. Since one year I have been seeing him. I got to know that he is interested in me and first I thought its just a physical attraction. But later on I felt that he ...

Why was my ex nice after the break up and now he's ignoring me?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 3258 days ago

20 January 2016 (F) - When my ex and I broke up, we decided to remain friends. In the beginning, things were great. We were talking everyday, laughing, having fun. Then one day be became passive aggressive. When I made a joke, he called me bitchy and then later said tha...

I know girlfriend is cheating behind my back, why didn't she just let me go?

This question has 7 answers - newest was posted 3258 days ago

19 January 2016 (M) - I found a piece of paper with several male user names and names of certain free dating sites, on the bathroom floor, but however much she denied it - I know my girlfriends handwriting. It got the best of me and I became quite obsessive about finding ...

I realize things are over but am afraid to break up with unstable girlfriend

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 3259 days ago

19 January 2016 (M) - so, i have been in a relationship with my girlfriend for almost two years, i am now 17 and realise that our relationship is going nowhere. We have absolutely nothing in common and i don't enjoy talking to her any more. I feel that if I break up with ...

After 10 years together we are taking a break and I'm sad and confused

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 3258 days ago

19 January 2016 (F) - Hello, I'm going through very difficult times with my 10 year boyfriend and also best friend. During our relationship (we started dating when I was 19 and he was 21) I have been very selfish and not doing nearly enough for someone I love and loved...

Tired of being the other woman but...

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 3257 days ago

18 January 2016 (F) - Hi everyone, Am struggling following the break-up of a sexual relationship with a married man. We started as friends, which evolved into a FWB. We would hang out if I made plans for movies etc. Even though he always said how much he would like to ...

How can I ever recover from this broken marriage?

This question has 13 answers - newest was posted 3259 days ago

17 January 2016 (F) - Dear Cupid Members, My husband has left me for someone else and I am really struggling. My question is will I ever get over this, honestly? Or will it affect me long term. This happened a few months ago. I have two young children and I am ...

Severe depression and anxiety after worst breakup

This question has 11 answers - newest was posted 3258 days ago

17 January 2016 (F) - My ex and I split up about 2 months ago. Mainly because I felt I was putting more effort in than him. He's 30 and I'm 28. I refused to see him for 5 weeks as I believed the distance would do us good and give us time to figure things out. He was me...

I want to stop. How should I stop going after someone who ignores me like this?

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 3261 days ago

17 January 2016 (F) - Dear Cupid I am dating someone for past 3 weeks, earlier he seemed to be ok, wanted to talk to me all the time, we connected well. Had sex previous week and after that he is ignoring me, my calls, when I ask says he is busy over work, and today...

He says he misses me but I don't believe him so I ende things. I'm feeling used

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 3262 days ago

15 January 2016 (F) - was seeing a man off an on for several month . he moved to another state and moved again with his son in fla . at first it seems ok now that I have retired things seem not right . so I have been thinking back an I look up how a relationship should ...

She wants to smoke, I don't and its causing so many problems we wonder if breaking up is the answer

This question has 15 answers - newest was posted 3260 days ago

15 January 2016 (M) - I'll make this short and quick. Me and my girlfriend are having a lot of trouble of a smoking issue and we want it to be finally resolved after just over 4 months of hassle. Over 4 months ago she got curious about trying one and even though I'm ...

Am I an idiot to keep responding to him?

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 3265 days ago

13 January 2016 (F) - Met a guy from a dating site 2 years ago. Met him on and off throughout and we just meet for sex. last time i saw him was about two months ago. I would of liked him to of wanted more then sex but i know he doesn't. The sex is alright but i know he ...

Help me deal with heartbreak after a break up

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 3262 days ago

13 January 2016 (M) - A few days after Christmas, my now EX of three months invited me to her place for lunch. When I arrived she seemed a little distant, and started crying. I knew right away that whatever it was we had, was now over... She said that she wasn't ready...

He's hurt and deceived me - please help

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 3265 days ago

13 January 2016 (F) - Hello everyone. I really need some advice as I'm completely devastated. My boyfriend of 5 years confessed to me about a week ago that he met another woman a couple months back and that he's fallen in love with her. Not only that but my boyfriend is ...

I want to save this relationship, so how can I get him to understand that what I said was a mistake that was not aimed at him?

This question has 4 answers - newest was posted 3265 days ago

12 January 2016 (F) - The love of my life broke up with me a few weeks ago because I was in a confrontational mood and said some very mean and hurtful things to him. Obviously, I did not mean what I said at all and I love him dearly. He is obviously hurt. He goes out of ...

Should I go with the good guy or do I stay where I'm comfortable?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 3266 days ago

12 January 2016 (F) - About a month ago, my life got a little messy. I have been in a faithful, committed relationship for four years. My boyfriend and I have an apartment together, we own three cats and a dog. We've had a long history. We've been through everything ...

Why couldn't he have come back in my life before I got married

This question has 14 answers - newest was posted 3246 days ago

10 January 2016 (F) - I feel my life is a movie right now and I need help please. Years ago when I was 22 (I'm now 34) I met and fell in love with this guy, my age and we were together almost 2 years. I was convinced he was "the one." He then got an opportunity to s...

Looking back, I don't understand her

This question has 6 answers - newest was posted 3265 days ago

10 January 2016 (M) - Now that the relationship is over, I'm still dealing with a lot of unanswered questions as to what kind of woman I was seeing all these years. She often accused me of not "getting" her, or that men don't "get" her. It's as if she's trying to convey ...

But why the sudden blanking...what does it mean?

This question has 7 answers - newest was posted 3268 days ago

10 January 2016 (F) - I split up with my ex a year and a half ago. It was pretty messy he ended up going to prison for being an idiot, all alcohol related. He has a problem with alcohol. It was over because I couldn't deal with the stress of it anymore. We didn...

If my ex tries to talk to me, should I listen, or stay with the new partner?

This question has 5 answers - newest was posted 3268 days ago

10 January 2016 (M) - Met someone new, three dates, going great, showing me more then my ex did, but am still in love with my ex. In my past, this has happened, more then once, when things were really starting to be great with the new one, my ex would pop back in the p...

Was my Irritable Bowel Syndrome a turn off? he has not contacted me since I fell ill.

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 3266 days ago

10 January 2016 (F) - I suffer from IBS and told my boyfriend this when we started seeing each other 2 months ago. Last weekend we planned to sleep together but as I had a IBS attack this did not happen and since then I have not heard from him. Even after sending te...

I'm fed up and tired of my girlfriend and her drama. There's a new woman on the scene. How do I approach her?

This question has 7 answers - newest was posted 3264 days ago

10 January 2016 (M) - Hello, I have been in a relationship with my gf for almost three years. However throughout those years it's been good and it has been REAL bad. She has a short temper and gets mad real easy. She also loves to argue. When I ignore her she comes back ...

He wants to wait until he finishes medical school before getting married, although he suggested having a baby now! I'm in a dilemma! I need advice!

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 3267 days ago

9 January 2016 (F) - hey everyone......my boyfriend and i have been together for more than a year now. six months into dating we started making plans about getting married and having children right after getting married. but suddenly my boyfriend stopped talking about ...

Any advice to stop this vicious cycle? Am I right to believe he did lie?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 3265 days ago

9 January 2016 (F) - Hey guys.. It's a long one so bear with me please. I am in a long distance and for reasons things can't change for sometime. We need to be in different cities. We end up meeting 4-6 times a year and talk everyday. In the end of 2014 I did a mi...

I feel we are drifting apart! Should I leave her?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 3269 days ago

9 January 2016 (M) - Hello, I've been dating this girl for 6 months now and I knew her for around 3 months before we got together I knew she had a son comming into it with her. But now it seams as of we are drifting apart.i feel like she has no time for me what so ever ...

Should I block his number?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 3254 days ago

9 January 2016 (F) - Should I just walk away from my boyfriend he constantly keeps playing with my mind. Walk away as in block the number and not say anything what sucks is he knows where I work and so if Ignore him he will come to my job and make me feel guilty for ...

I feel guilty for giving him back some of his own medicine!

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 3269 days ago

9 January 2016 (F) - My husband has been abusing me verbally, emotionally, physically and financially for the last 4 years. We have been separated for a month now and he is trying to be nice sometimes and then can be nasty. I am feeling upset at the moment as I have...

Why has he no backbone?

This question has 2 answers - newest was posted 3251 days ago

8 January 2016 (F) - I have left my husband as he has a bad shame problem. His uncle bully's him non stop and shames him about me. He has been jealous of our relationship since we got together and try's to split us up as he wanted me to be his girlfriend but I did not ...

Was my hair an issue? Or another woman? Did he have a valid reason for not wanting to sleep with me?

This question has 7 answers - newest was posted 3271 days ago

7 January 2016 (F) - I had a big argument with my boyfriend just before Christmas and we ended up not seeing each other for two weeks. Whenever I'm seeing him or I'm around him a lot I make sure that I shave my pubic hair off because he doesn't like it. But because ...

Does my ex boyfriend want me back or is he just playing games?

This question has 3 answers - newest was posted 3272 days ago

6 January 2016 (F) - So my ex boyfriend of four years broke up with me because he believed I deserved better and he needed to get his life together. However, according to his friends I was clingy and had trust issues, which weren't fully true. He wasn't being fully ...