“Expected boyfriend to show up after mum's death”

Item: Expected boyfriend to show up after mum's death
Rating: 2
Author: u/Sea_Expression_1695

What Actually Happened

Boyfriend unable to come due to medical cannabis and social anxiety, leading to hurt and anger

What I wish I knew

"He would've sorted passport and visa before my mum's death"

Advice to Someone Facing This Now

If I could tell you one thing

"Communicate openly about expectations and limitations in long distance relationships"

Regret Index

8/10

Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.

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relationship Category

743

relationship decisions logged. Avg regret 7.5/10 across the category.

Same Outcome Band

73%

of relationship decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.