RelationshipCommunication
#RI-6ae8a0e3·2 months ago·
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“tried to be open and listen without judgment”
What Actually Happened
Boyfriend felt obligated to pretend around me, leading to withdrawal and depressive episodes
What I wish I knew
"his true feelings and boundaries"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Communicate openly and validate each other's emotions"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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Relationship Category
370
Relationship decisions logged. Avg regret 7.3/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
73%
of Relationship decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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