In a relationship, do you expect your partner to meet all your needs?

Would you retaliate, even if you knew they were doing their best?

Would you be upset because they were focused on healing from major losses, healing from cancer/surgeries and they couldn't give to you endlessly because they needed something for themselves and their child?

And because you couldn't have everything you wanted, you just ditch them? Avoid solutions? Push blame?

Does this sound like complete immaturity to you?

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shakemeup · 36-40

🤔 I expect myself to take care of my own needs. I expect them to do zero. But it's appreciated if they do want to help in some way.

Generally the only thing I expect out of a partner is basic human civility and respect for others and basic skills relating to independence, social skills, health/wellness and self care.

I've found people find different things fulfilling in a relationship too. One person might just be looking more for good company, another might be looking for more emotional support, etc.

MarbleMarvel

@shakemeup I'm with you on taking care of my own needs.