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If he was "The One" for me, I would know it, wouldn't I?

I've been with my boyfriend for 2 years now. He's a decent guy, we get along well most of the time, and we make each other laugh. I love him but I'm not so sure I'm IN love with him.

I broke up with him when it seemed like he would be moving to another city and living with a girl roommate for college. He thought it was a dumb reason to break up. Things changed and we're back together, and he's not living with another girl.

I'm just really uncertain. We don't fight too often - mainly because I am too reserved to start an argument when he does something that bothers me. But he is edgy at times and often speaks to me like a child, with a condescending tone that I can't stand.

I've confronted him about the issues I have - he often doesn't even realize he has upset me, so I know it's not intentional. He will always apologize sincerely when I mention it. But it's so frustrating that I have repeatedly asked him to make the effort to change, and while he says he will, I have not noticed any improvements.

I guess I struggle to find enough bad qualities to justify dumping him, but it just doesn't feel right most of the time. :/

I'm going to be a first-year college student in September, so I'm sure I'm going to meet lots of wonderful guys. My tentative plan as of now is to wait it out until school starts, and if I start meeting people that appeal to me more, I will (try to) gently let him down and tell him I feel I need to explore my options and enjoy college life for a while.

I'm just nervous because I was so incredibly guilt-ridden the first time I broke up with him. He was a complete wreck. And the night we made up he was more than convincing - the things he said and did were exactly how I want my boyfriend to act. So I know he's capable of being that guy. I have no doubts that he loves me, but he doesn't show it like other guys I've gone out with. I don't get it.

I have a pretty good idea of what the answers to this will be, but I would love opinions on the situation.

Will provide more details if requested. Sorry it was long.

Thanks everyone!

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    It sounds like the guy is still not mature enough for his age. Just give him time to grow up. At the same time you will definitely meet interesting friends in college. Just let it go and meet other men. You will be surprised, someone will open your eyes and know he is the one! A woman's instinct is very discerning and effective.

  • 1 decade ago

    Yes, you would most defiantly know it. The thing is that 'the one' doesn't have to last for a life time. Also it's better to love somebody than being in love as are then loving love rather than the person.

    Having fights doesn't have to be bad. Just remember parents and stuff, you have fights with them yet you love them. We are just humans. And being with someone all the time it has to get you to fight once in a while to let it all out, the emotions.

    But since you wonder if he's the one... i think he is for you because sometimes you get so caught up with that person and once you step back and see all of this, you realize suddenly how much you love them. Do you love fights with him? Overall? The thing is that even during bad times, two people stick together then it's real. But if you are thinking about meeting other guys then... you are not sure, so i don't you truly love him. I think you love the memories and perhaps the certain feelings they behold, but can you see a future with him?

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    well, it's not time to find the one...i know it sounds...s-soooo ancient, but the one will come in time, and you'll surely know if he's the one. if this boy is just...your guy..or your boyfriend..he's not the one. if he'd be the one, your question would probably sound like "should i leave my family, my studies and run with my beloved in the world?" if you're not sure about it..just let things be, and wait patiently for the one. you'll surely find him.good luck! and, good luck with the college too! d=(^o^)=b

    Source(s): thank you for answering mine, the one with the 3 yrs old baby in love:):):):)
  • Yeah you wouldn’t have to ask others because in your heart you would know. trust me you will know, obviously this guy is not the one if you doubt it.

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