I'm feeling pretty lost right now 23M. I've been dating my girlfriend 23F for six months, and while it's not a long time, I really value our connection. We started as friends and things naturally progressed into a romantic relationship. We have a lot of fun together, and I love getting to know her more each day.
Lately though, things have been rocky. About every two weeks, she pulls away and says she needs space. It's like a switch flips. One moment we're fine, and the next, she's distant and unresponsive. She claims it's linked to her period and the aftermath of an abusive relationship. I understand that past experiences can impact someone, but this cycle is really taking a toll on me.
I'm trying to be supportive and understanding. I've made a conscious effort to create a safe and encouraging environment for her. I've introduced her to my friends, and she seems to fit in well. It's a stark contrast to her previous relationship where she felt isolated and controlled.
Right now, she's taking some time to figure out her feelings. I'm not sure if this is a normal part of relationship building or if there's something more serious going on. I'm worried about the future of our relationship, but I also want to give her the space she needs.
This feels like an uncanny replay of the last time. The same city, the same unsettling familiarity. I’m bracing myself for her to say we’re moving too fast, just like before. But then, there's that glimmer of hope. She might reconsider, like last time, after a day to process everything. Her words about needing my affection and wanting to build a strong relationship were so promising. And that kiss… It still lingers. Yet, the fact that she has to leave in just a few days adds another layer of complexity. It's a delicate dance of emotions and uncertainties, and I’m caught in the middle of it all.
It feels like déjà vu. She's back in her city, and the eerie familiarity of this situation is unsettling. Everything is mirroring the last time. The same old patterns, the same undercurrent of uncertainty. I have a sinking feeling she's going to say she doesn't want to continue this. It’s like a replay of a broken record. But history has taught me that she might reappear after some time, as if nothing happened. It’s a frustrating loop I can’t seem to escape.
Should i text her and see how she feels or should i just leave her and stop her thinking process. Or what should i do about this?
What should i do about this situation? Am I overthinking this?
Feel free to ask more questions as this is my first post.