PrettyInPink

I was in a similar situation (with my boyfriend actually) not long ago. I think giving him the space he needs is really considerate of you. But if you miss him, there’s no harm in dropping a message such as ‘I hope you’re doing well’.

He may be in a difficult place right now, true, but as Mark said, sometimes we project- both online and in real life. You mentioned you think your insecurities might be playing a part in your thoughts and I can definitely relate to that. Sometimes our perceptions take over.

You are in no way smothering him by contacting him sooner than later. But don’t feel let down if you don’t get the reply you expect. If it continues in this way where he doesn’t respond often/unenthusiastically, leave him alone and see if he contacts you first with effort. Sometimes you have to focus on yourself and let go.

Lila