Breaking News: Explosive Twist in Relationship – Partner Seeks Open Relationship for Themselves, But Not For Both
[Breaking News Logo]
[Current Time] – In a shocking turn of events, a long-term partner has dropped a bombshell on their significant other by revealing they want to open up the relationship – but only for themselves. This jaw-dropping development has left the other half reeling, questioning the future of their commitment and grappling with the uncertainty of what lies ahead.
According to sources close to the situation, the partner in question has been struggling with feelings of suffocation and restriction in the relationship, leading them to seek new experiences and connections outside of their commitment. However, instead of opening the relationship to both partners, they have opted to explore this path solely for their own personal growth and fulfillment.
The decision has left the other partner feeling hurt, confused, and betrayed. "I never thought I’d be in a situation where my partner would want to be with others, but not me," said the hurt partner. "It’s like I’m not good enough or important enough to them anymore. It’s hard to accept."
The couple, who wish to remain anonymous, has been together for over five years and have always prided themselves on their open and honest communication. However, this revelation has brought to the surface deeper-seated issues and concerns that had previously been unspoken.
Relationship experts weigh in, offering words of caution and support for the couple. "While it’s understandable that partners may want to explore new experiences, it’s essential to prioritize the feelings and needs of all parties involved," said Dr. Rachel Jones, a licensed therapist. "In cases like this, it’s crucial for couples to have an open and honest discussion about boundaries, expectations, and communication."
The fallout from this decision has sent shockwaves throughout the relationship, leaving the future uncertain. As the dust settles, one thing is clear – this bombshell has forever changed the dynamics of this once-thriving partnership.
Related Topics:
- Open relationship
- Relationship crisis
- Trust issues
- Communication breakdown
- Monogamy vs non-monogamy
- Relationship drama
- Couple goals
- Relationship challenges
- Breaking up
- Marriage issues
- Partner’s betrayal
Search Keywords:
- Partner wants to open up relationship but not for both
- Long-term relationship with an open relationship twist
- Communication breakdown in a committed relationship
- Relationship struggles with feelings of suffocation
- Opening up the relationship but only for myself
- What happens when a partner wants to be with others but not you
- Relationship crisis with no clear resolution
- Unrequited desires in a long-term partnership
He (33M) wants to be able to hook up with girls while I (29F) am not able to. The only time I’m able to have sex with others is if it’s with him a MFF threesome.
This idea was brought up 2 years ago. I was hesitant, but I agreed because we’re quite sexually people & I wanted to make him happy. I also thought this meant I could have my opportunity too but it wasn’t. Eventually he hooked up with someone, an old friend of his. I had to find out after the fact they had history from about 8 years ago.
I hated the feeling. During that time our relationship was new. I also had this feeling that he was going to leave me for her because of the history they had. I just had this gut feeling she still wanted him. Sure enough she did. We fought about her often and what he was doing. He kept telling me it was only sex, no emotional tie to it. But I’m insecure that I could help but think that he was going to leave me, or I wasn’t enough for him.
Eventually their fling came to an end. I was happy but he wasn’t because he felt like I was holding him back from “being himself”. The thing is, he’s never attempted this open relationship thing till he met me.
Basically I set a boundary and was like “I’m not comfortable with you and other girls solo. Can we just attempt 3somes for now?” We have a friend we’ve hooked up with together occasionally (only twice within a year). But I guess he wanted something a little more regular. I looked, I tried, online saying but anytime I matched with a girl, I got nervous and couldn’t follow through.
So a year later I reach a point where I allow him to open up the relationship again. Because in my head I felt like he’s going to resent me if I can’t let him be him. A few months later(present day), he did. Once he told me, I had the gut feeling already. So I took the news okay, I was still hurt, but I took it in stride. This time around he was patient, understanding of my feeling, comforting.
Even while I sulked and was sad, he did everything he could. For some reason I couldn’t help but over think and sabotage myself and assume “how can my partner love me and be so okay with hurting me?” Even though he did reassure me a lot that he loves me, he’s not going anywhere, no one can replace me. Yesterday, we got through it, I was better felt comforted. But today I just couldn’t handle it. It broke me again. And once I confronted my feelings all hell broke loose. Now he’s upset with me for “dragging things on”. Though I did apologize in the beginning that I’m having a hard time with this & that it’s taking longer than expected.
I just needed a place to vent because this is something I can’t tell anyone. Thanks for listening in advance.
View info-news.info by tossed2side
It’s totally okay to feel hurt and confused, and it sucks when you try to set boundaries and they still get pushed. You’re not wrong for needing time to deal with this—it’s a lot to handle. Just remember, your feelings are valid and it’s important to take care of yourself in this whole mess.
Your post is about all the things you are doing to make him happy. There is not much about what he is doing to return the favor. So, even though you will make peace with the current situation eventually, I think you will feel the same insecurity and sadness in future again and again unless this dynamic changes.
You probably need to decide what boundaries you are comfortable with and then discuss this firmly with your husband. Don’t just settle for something just to make him happy.
Hunny – seriously, you’re hating this and desperately trying to convince yourself and mold yourself into something you’re not.
Things aren’t going to change, your guy likes to sleep around and wants you to be OK with it all while completely controlling your sexuality.
Seriously – He can sleep with whoever but you can’t? So it’s him or some mythical threesom in a galaxy far far away?
You love him, but it’s not reciprocated at all. You probably don’t want to leave because you love him but can you honestly see this relationship going anywhere? 5 years, 10 year from now?
Chances are your needs will morph into other things, like wanting a family, comfort, stability.. Can you honestly get this from this man who is chasing anything in a skirt?
You know the answer babe, you just have to have the courage to execute it.