I don’t want to break up but I don’t know if continuing this until he changes his mind will only end up hurting me

No long-term relationship can survive without mutual respect, and it doesn’t seem as if you’re getting it.

You have nothing to lose by being honest, so why not tell him how you feel and get to the bottom of this situation?

If your partner understands you better, he may be able to allay a lot of your fears, as well as help you work on things that are holding you back.

Time always leads to a change in perspective if one is patient enough

Ask if he is annoyed and if you should tone it down because that’s a mature way of figuring out what works best in such a scenario.

If you can be yourself and respect her, it will allow for an exchange of dialogue. Don’t worry about anything else for now.

If neither of you feels the need to discuss where this is going, why not sit back and enjoy getting to know each other?

If what he’s saying borders on disrespect, it’s a red flag, as is any indication of misogyny, so you’re right to be concerned.

You are wilfully trying to get someone to end a relationship in the hope that you come across as a more viable option.

Dr Love

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