
Desheng Li
@Esion14241472
Jul 5, 2026, 02:11 PM
The Enormous Pressure of Emotional Needs: My Relationship with Her
My relationship with her was originally simple and straightforward. We both knew each other's needs and took what we wanted. At least, that's how I saw it - a clean and uncomplicated relationship with minimal conflict and issues. However, she later became too serious, with extremely high emotional needs that put a lot of pressure on me.
As a thirty-year-old man, I'm no longer as impulsive and passionate as I was in my youth. My needs are simple - as long as my basic needs are met, I'm fine. However, she keeps trying to get more from me - more care, more companionship, more love. Her emotional needs are like a bottomless pit that can never be filled.
I tried to explain my feelings and needs to her, but she just couldn't understand. Her logic was simple: since we're together, we should give and support each other mutually. However, I think this is too idealistic. Everyone has their own needs and limits, and I don't want to be overwhelmed by her emotional needs.
I started to feel a lot of pressure, thinking I couldn't meet her needs. Our relationship became increasingly tense, and I began to wonder if we should continue like this. Maybe our relationship just isn't suitable, or maybe we should go our separate ways.


