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relationshipLack of emotional support
#RI-69ba7811·4 months ago·
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Lookback: 7 years in the relationship

Expected comfort during emotional distress

Boyfriend doesn't comfort me when I cry, makes me feel my emotions don't matter

What I wish I knew
"He values logic over emotional support"
If I could tell you one thing
"Communicate emotional needs clearly and expect empathy in relationships"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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