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July 27, 2025 at 9:34 am #447952
anita
ParticipantHey Alecsee:
“She is thinking if she wants to continue or not.” —I think that the kindest path right now might be giving space—for both of you. Let her process. Let you heal. You don’t have to earn love through perfect timing or endless effort. You just have to let yourself love and be loved in ways that feel healthy.
From what you’ve shared, it sounds like the two of you may have different attachment styles. She might lean toward an avoidant style—when emotions get big or unpredictable, she withdraws. Not because she doesn’t care, but because intensity overwhelms her. Your style sounds more anxious: when you’re scared or uncertain, you reach out, needing closeness to feel safe.
When you called her a “bad person,” it likely touched a deep wound. That word carries real weight for her. Even if you were hurting too, using that language crosses into emotionally harmful territory. It can shake her trust and push her further away.
“I’m always putting stuff to later. Why is that. I can’t face something in the moment. I always need time. With time I can do it.” —
Emotional Flooding is when feelings—especially fear, shame, sadness, or anger—surge so intensely that the brain becomes overloaded. Thinking clearly and making choices gets tough. The body might freeze or avoid. It’s a protection response. Time helps because it gives space for those emotions to settle so you can respond with more clarity.
Taking time isn’t a flaw—it’s a tool. The key is learning to soothe yourself sooner so you don’t lose the moments that matter to you. If you’re open to it, techniques like deep breathing, grounding exercises, or simply naming what you feel (“I’m flooded right now, I need 10 minutes”) can help you stay present when things get hard.
“Doesn’t that mean. Loyalty?” —Yes, it does sound like loyalty—the way you hold on and keep caring even when it’s messy or painful. That matters. But loyalty also means showing up in ways the other person can actually feel and trust. It’s not just about staying—it’s about how you stay. Loyalty that heals is one that helps both people feel safe, seen, and emotionally held.
With Care, Anita
July 27, 2025 at 9:52 am #447953Alecsee
ParticipantI can’t do things in the moment. I always push things to the last minute or leave things until later. And like talking to another woman I see that I’m interested
I’m at peace if it ends but even if I’m not done healing. I should be able to seize the moment and talk to ppl then and there. Or else they disappear
July 27, 2025 at 10:13 am #447955anita
ParticipantHey Alecsee:
I hear you—you’re frustrated that you freeze in moments that matter. That’s really hard, especially when connection feels so important.
What you’re describing is called Emotion Flooding. It’s when feelings like fear, sadness, or shame rush in so fast and strong that your brain gets overwhelmed. You shut down or avoid—not because you don’t care, but because you’re overloaded. And that makes it really hard to act in the moment.
That’s why learning Emotion Regulation skills is so important. These are tools that help you calm down faster, so the emotions don’t take over and you don’t lose chances to connect. Things like deep breathing, naming your feelings out loud, or even stepping away for a few minutes to reset—they can help you stay more present when emotions get big.
You’re not broken. You’re just flooded. And there are ways to manage that so it doesn’t control your life.
You’re doing something brave just by talking about this. I hope you’ll keep going.
Warmly, Anita
July 27, 2025 at 10:32 am #447956Alecsee
ParticipantFor me now I think it’ll be more of a freeze moment
I sometimes drink alcohol to ease and be more approachable and confident but I always push things to the side. Like if I’ll always get a 2nd chance.. sometimes you don’t. Think that’s been a recurring thing in my life
Ty for responding btw!
July 27, 2025 at 11:14 am #447958anita
ParticipantYou’re very welcome, Alecsee! I used to carry a lot of regret and spend too much time overthinking missed opportunities. Thankfully, that chapter has passed—and I truly hope the same kind of shift unfolds for you.
Feel free to share more, or use this thread to journal your thoughts and emotions if you’d like. If you do, I’ll reply on Monday morning (it’s late Sunday morning here).
Wishing you a better, easier day—or night—ahead.
🤍 Anita
August 15, 2025 at 4:18 pm #448645Alecsee
ParticipantThank you Anita!
Much appreciated 😊
Today is my bday
I was moving on and sometimes I’m okay with this happening but since July 19’s message of:
“Hiya, I need some time to think if I really want to do this again or not.
If you could just leave me be in the meanwhile I’d appreciate it, thanks.”I have left her alone and I’m sure she won’t remember my bday. Sometimes I’m okay with us ending and then I cling on to an ounce of hope that maybe we can continue? Obviously I know it’s not good
But yesterday I got a little anxious about her reaching out and it being my bday. I don’t think she will reach out or remember cuz if she’s not ready to talk she’s not ready…
I’ve been doing a lot on self improvement. Shooting my shots with other women and putting myself out there. Reconnecting with a distant hobby of cello instrument playing
I checked her profile and it’s like her cover photo has been changed to an island cover photo. So I’m guessing she took a trip. Or rather I’m making that assumption
Maybe with friends or someone else. Mind’s racing a bit but tbh it’s not in my control 😞
During this month I’ve had a lot of doubts in myself. Think I pushed myself to the limit onto someone who might not share the same compatibility with. Regardless, I’m sad and disappointed at all the events that have transpired but I still have life so I am thankful for that. The self belief in myself in all the stuff I am good at has dropped.
Will just have to slowly get it back by doing things that don’t involve winning or losing. Just pure enjoyment things
August 15, 2025 at 6:00 pm #448646anita
ParticipantHAPPY BIRTHDAY, Alecsee~ will reply further tomorrow.
Anita
August 15, 2025 at 8:42 pm #448648anita
ParticipantI’m home early enough to elaborate on my Happy Birthday wishes to you:
Happy Birthday, Alecsee 🎉🥳🎊🎈🎂🍰🧁🍾🥂🍷🍸🍹🍺🍻🎁💝🎀💐🌟✨💫🌈👑🪩💃🕺👗👠💅🎶🎵🎤🎧🎷🎸🎹
Anita
August 15, 2025 at 8:49 pm #448649Alecsee
ParticipantThank you thank you thank you Anita!!!! 😊😊😊😊
August 16, 2025 at 10:25 am #448663anita
ParticipantHello Alecsee:
I’m guessing she didn’t reach out to wish you a happy birthday…?
You did very well not reaching out to her after she set that boundary on July 19th—congratulations. That takes strength and self-respect.
And congratulations as well on all the self-improvement and socializing you’ve been doing. That’s no small thing.
“Mind’s racing a bit but tbh it’s not in my control 😞”- I understand, Alecsee. When my mind starts racing, I use something I call NPARR:
Notice that it’s racing.
Pause—press the internal “pause” button.
Address the situation by identifying the problem and asking: Can I provide all or part of the solution?
Respond—take action if possible, or accept if not.
Redirect my attention elsewhere.
Have you tried anything like that, Alecsee?
With care, Anita 🤍✨
August 16, 2025 at 4:36 pm #448675Alecsee
ParticipantWell mostly cuz I thought she might reply on my bday but maybe she’s moved on
But all of this even if she’s gone on vacation with friends, with someone else.
It isn’t in my control. That’s what I’m saying
If she isnt ready, the message might just be a cop out
August 16, 2025 at 10:45 pm #448683anita
ParticipantThe Serenity Prayer: God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; the courage to change the things I can.. And the wisdom to know the difference.
Anita
September 8, 2025 at 1:58 am #449500Alecsee
ParticipantI think in the 5 weeks i wasnt there, she may have moved on. She has blocked me on the only other open avenue we have to connect. It has been 2 weeks since she blocked me. All I said was all the stuff I was trying to do to self improve and then asked if she had gone on vacation to chill. So 5 weeks of no contact and then the block. I sent her all my thoughts in EMAIL and that i will be in town during Halloween.
Maybe idk why i dont wanna give up? I do think when partners are done with the relationship, every little thing makes them mad. I know that i might have messed up in the final convo but maybe it was what was gonna happen anyway? I should have let her speak her mind. Had i not worked overtime and been extremely tired maybe it could have been different. I have to forgive myself because maybe i kept doubting my answers. But you know what, I did everything I could and I think she rejected me as a person. Love is about actually loving everything about ur partner; the good and the bad. or most things. Will posting the final conversation even help? Ty Anita and thanks for the prayer< I appreciate it
September 8, 2025 at 1:08 pm #449516anita
ParticipantHi Alecsee 😊- I will read and reply later
September 8, 2025 at 4:34 pm #449522Alecsee
ParticipantThank you Anita! I appreciate it. So I have come to the conclusion that women are always attracted to me or come to me when I am the most confident or have the most positive vibes in my life. Whether it be on apps, I meet them by chance or travelling, it has been mostly the case. And so the relationship is built on that foundation most of the times, because at the time I am the best version of myself that I can be. This has really been the case for all my past relationships that mattered. The only one that lasted the longest is when me and my first serious relationship of 4 years dated. I was introduced to her by a friend and we both asked for each other.
Im thinking its hard to not be sexual early on in dating cuz you wanna know if there is sexual compatibility as well. So just be friends? But since I am impatient or do a lot of Long distance its hard. If it was for me, I wouldnt do long distance. I know im not old but 34 years old but I just vibe more with people of Japanese decent or maybe im trying to mimic or replace my first gf. I know I cant do that tho. Anywho these were my thoughts yesterday talking to my friend:
Yeah u are right. I tried to best love her with all my might but it was surface love. We actually are total opposites. I did everything I could on my end. And yes I messed up 2 times with her boundaries and maybe 3 times but maybe that was my downfall. I had a LDR before and i did everything right and still got the boot. So maybe its me thinking I can be free and do whatever I want. But eventually there is consequences. I appreciate you taking the time to talk and respond yo. I guess i am a hopeful person and we tried it. Sometimes its hard to face the reality. But now I know what my first LDR felt. She loved me for me, and I loved the same way. It was a way for Karma to get back at me but this journey we call life only happens once so like you said. The path is leading to a dead end. I am too hopeful and was trying to avoid that dead end. I think she may have moved on in NC. Thats the best explanation. For some reason, she escalated our last talk way too much. And triggered both sides. So maybe that is what it was. Whatever it is, and yeah i made a lot of mistakes these last 9 months. I guess me not thinking long term bit me in the butt. The quality women are taken lol At 22 my 24 y/o gf was quality lol. Im 34 now. So yeah its gonna be hard. and gotta wait til i find someone who vibes-
She broke up with me and the fight ended badly. 1 week later she sent the I need to think whether this is for me or not. In between she was busy with a project but i bombarded her with memories etc. The reason the fight ended badly was cuz we didnt give each others a chance to speak. All because I was tired and send her stuff i forgot to send her previously. I do interupt ppl here and there but I guess she was trying to get all her thoughts out and I replied immediately . She told me i couldnt seize the moment and then I told her she was a bad person. Both things triggered us a lot. Tbh I was very tired, 3 days with very little sleep trying to sleep with her time zone. I wanna move on. But i have a certain type, and fit that category exactly. She also spoke spanish which is important to me. Does this sound like a relationship that would last ever? What am I seeing here? Are we just ppl with opposite views and different ppl? She’s only had one bf of 6 years and shes 36. She has been in an intense career of 9-10 years where it doesnt allow for a relationship to flourish, (works as a PM for film/shoots/commercials). So her career was her top priority for sure. And up until her dads death she wanted to get a less stressful role in film process (If there is one) but yeah we only have animals and traveling in common and being introverted. We had the same upbringing tho. How close do in personality do ppl have to be to grow old together? How close do the hobbies have to intertwine? Ive noticed i dont have many common interests with many of my partners of the past. And i have a type, body type, race that i have gone for and am attracted to.
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