I wish i had some of those soothing techniques.
Yes, the relationship does take strain, but my bf is being really good about trying to comfort and understand me.

I sometimes wonder if I'm an introvert. To a certain extent I really enjoy being on my own, and at other times I literally freak out if I'm left alone. (I cannot handle my bf going away on conference for a few days, or the suggestion of a boy's fishing trip - I go MAD).
I wish I was just happy and stable within myself...