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The original was posted on /r/twoxchromosomes by /u/Prudent-Cup8169 on 2023-07-27 20:58:03.
I didn’t really date until my late 30 and most of my interpersonal relationships are with women. Basically, I have very little experience with men, but I’m straight. My reasons for being single so long are because I was perfectly happy on my own. I own my own home and am very independent. I have a good friendship circle. I own a Satisfyer Pro. I only began dating recently because that’s when the desire kicked in. I don’t want to grow old alone.
What a disappointment it has been.
My current boyfriend (40s) constantly has something to say about me, even though I’ve accepted him as is. My hair is too long. My butt is too small. I’m too old for the shoes I’m wearing. It’s always something, but never anything I want to hear. I would love to hear that I’m beautiful once in a while. Ha.
When I tell female friends this, they say it’s normal. Seriously? Are you saying there’s zero chance I can find a man who won’t try to change me? They’re all critical?
I often leave him feeling worse about myself. Sometimes I cry in the car because of something he’s said. Yes, I’m hypersensitive, but women aren’t this cruel. Please tell me this isn’t normal. If it is, I’ll happily join the many women who have decided to stop trying.