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A friend said today that most modern men want a mother figure not a partner

And I realised that I might fall into this category. I'm not helpless necessarily, but my mother has never been great at teaching me stuff or providing me with safety (emotionally I mean, physically I'm ok) so I look for safety and support in others.

It's not an excuse, but I feel like I'm broken and want someone safe and caring to help put me back together. I've come a long way in doing this myself, but there's only so much I can do alone. Having [NAME AND ADDRESS WITHHELD] in my life last year helped a lot too, and she helped me in figuring out how to be a supportive partner rather than a burden (I still was anyway, but progress is progress) and even though we haven't spoken in months I still deeply appreciate and admire her. I doubt she'll see this but I hope she knows regardless.
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Mordechai · 31-35, M
I can empathise with aspects of that. I think being alone is hard for everyone and it's normal to feel that way. I'm probably the opposite, I'm self sufficient to a fault and don't know how to let people in.

Its the desire for stable companionship in life, someone to laugh with, to be there when you're sick, to help, to care for, to make memories with. It's easy to feel like there's something "wrong" with you, but logic doesn't account for the chaotic nature of life, life isn't always logical.

I'm glad you've made progress in yourself regardless and I'm sure you'll continue to do so
KiwiDan · 31-35, M
@Mordechai You are very right