Hi Seeker,

Other than being a bit smothering, your guy seems pretty great. I don’t think you need to break this off. Maybe you can find ways to feel a little more freedom within your relationship. Maybe even just more time on your own. A hobby that he’s not part of. A half-hour walk every evening, on your own to clear your head. Would that feel better?

You’re living abroad so it doesn’t seem like he’s got you pinned down or anything. Has being away shed any light on what freedom you feel you’re missing? What is it you want to do with your life that being in a relationship is keeping you from?