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Old Oct 08, 2009, 12:49 PM
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Melinda,
You sound so much like me in your last post, it's almost uncanny. But let me try and be gentle, and tell you some straightforward things that hurt, but you really need to here.

First, you're catastrophizing and dramatizing. These things aren't necessary and are only going to hurt you in the long run and cause undue anxiety. You really need to calm down, and stop worrying about whether or not your boyfriend loves you. He moved to be with you. He dropped everything, friends and probably family, maybe even a better job market to be with you. He loves you. Stop trying to expect the worst; the worst may never happen and expecting it to will only drive you crazy.

Next, when I tell my boyfriend that I'm leaving him for his own benefit, because I'm not worth being with, he needs someone better, etc etc etc. He says to me, "Don't be silly. Let me determine that up for myself." This makes perfect sense. Let him decide what is worth his time, what is good for HIM. He will let you know if things get to a point where he can't handle it. Until then, try not to think about it. He will appreciate it, trust me.

Last, try to let yourself go. I know stress and anxiety and depression are horrible mood killers, but try to simply relax. Let yourself love him. Let him love you. Don't analyze everything he says. I think was mentioned in previous posts and there was some reason you couldn't, but try to get yourself to see a therapist. You really need someone to talk everything out with, to help you get a handle on yourself.

There were some more things I wanted to discuss, but I can't remember exactly what they were and I have to run to class in a few minutes. If you want to PM me, feel free. But above all, try to relax. He wants to help you, be near you, love you. Just let him.

Best wishes,
Ro