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#RI-6a7aa9a6·3 months ago·
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“Tried to talk to boyfriend about intimacy issues”

Boyfriend's lack of intimacy and dishonesty caused me emotional distress

What I wish I knew
"He was struggling with intimacy issues from past relationships"
If I could tell you one thing
"Communicate openly with your partner about intimacy issues"
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Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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