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I’m having a bit of trouble with a slightly more than friend. We’ve texted back and forth discussing how we felt about each other and decided to wait before dating but near the end they send unwanted suggestive stuff to me not like anything illegal but I still didn’t want it. I’m concerned that they will want a sexual and intimate relationship which I really don’t want because I’m abstinent and don’t view intercourse as a recreational activity. I’m honestly scared that it will end up like my first relationship where they tried to rush it to making me hold hands hug etc. The worst part is they’re a family friend so I can’t really tell anyone I feel trapped and I can’t text or call them or even visit them because they are visiting their parents and won’t have their phone with them out of respect. I want to set up these boundaries for when we finally date if we do but I’m also scared they will turn up unannounced at my home because they want to visit and can’t text ahead of time.
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If you guys cannot establish boundaries or if they cant respect yours they are not worthy of your time. I know it feels like love can override boundaries but if they’re already willing to ignore what you’re saying then they are nor for you! Try discussing how you’re feeling next time you have the change
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@Annikaz Yes hopefully it’s sooner than later to clear up some stuff
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Tell them you don’t feel comfortable getting intimate. If they don’t respect that it’s time to move on. I know moving on isn’t easy but in the end it’ll be worth it. Be with someone who respects you and not someone that pressures you.
@D3stiny thank you I feel a lot more confident about talking to them about it
I would set firm boundaries. Let them know that if they do not respect those boundaries, then you are not comfortable going further into an intimate relationship.
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@Green_Goblin Hopefully I will but I’m scared that if it doesn’t work out they won’t be a family friend anymore and it’ll be my fault
@Idrk that is an understandable concern. Maybe you should talk with them about what you are comfortable and uncomfortable about in a relationship? That way they would know what you do and don't want. Idk, if that's helpful, but I hope it goes well for you.
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