I have been researching US ETFs offered through INDmoney and figuring out how various themes could potentially complement one another over the long haul. Allocation currently looking into:
VOO – 55% (broad US markets)
SMH – 25% (semiconductor/ AI infrastructure)
ARKX – 12% (innovation/space)
UFO – 8% (commercial space)
My girlfriend and I have been together for about a year, and she’s one of the kindest people I know. We’re emotionally very connected and genuinely care about each other, but we’ve recently realized that we may not be fully aligned when it comes to physical intimacy.
We’ve shared intimate moments, and she’s comfortable with certain forms of closeness, but she wants to wait before having sex because of her personal values and upbringing. I respect that completely. At the same time, physical intimacy is something I’ve always associated with being in a relationship with someone I love, so this difference has been difficult for me to navigate internally.
We’ve tried to communicate openly about it, and even considered creating some distance to figure things out. However, being apart has been emotionally very hard on her, and seeing her struggle makes it difficult for me to fully step back. Because of that, we end up staying connected even when we try not to.
Over the past few months, this has started to weigh on me more. When I feel the need for physical closeness, she often withdraws or avoids those situations, which leaves both of us feeling stuck in different ways.
I’m trying to figure out how to approach this in a way that respects her boundaries while also being honest about my own needs. I’d really value hearing how others have navigated similar situations, especially when both people care deeply about each other but have different expectations around intimacy, and what kind of conversations or approaches have helped in finding clarity.
There are more to it but since the post is already long enough i can give more clarification in the comments.
TLDR - I’m in a loving relationship, but there’s a mismatch in physical intimacy—my partner wants to wait due to her values, while physical closeness is important to me. I respect her choice, but the situation is becoming emotionally difficult, and attempts to create distance haven’t worked because she struggles with being apart.
What are some practical ways to navigate a relationship where both partners care deeply about each other but have fundamentally different expectations around physical intimacy, and how can I communicate my needs without making her feel pressured or hurt?
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