Should I Swallow My Pride?


Submitted by: Betsey

Q - Dear Annabelle,
I dated a guy for fourteen months and realized only after we broke up that I loved him. Both of us ignore each other but are able to talk very openly to each other via phone. Should I swallow my pride and tell him how I feel? Or do you think he has moved on? ( it's been one month).

A - Betsey,

Well, at 18 youāre going through lots of changes, so, even if you got back together again, he wouldnāt likely be the fellow you marry...youāre far too young for that. Iād be inclined to talk with him, quietly and without emotion, about how you feel, and then, if nothing eventuates, move on.

Life is a series of lessons, and at this time in your development, noticing how you behave, react, and feel about your behaviors is useful. Itās hard not to be dramatic about everything, so much is going on, but there will be other guys, and all feelings are transitory. Take a deep breath, examine what youāve learned about yourself.......and see how this all fits in with what you plan to do with YOU!
- Annabelle


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