I do, because that’s what I am looking for. He’s pretty much the same age as me, and yet is currently fulfilling a paternal role in my head.
We’ve talked about it, and we’re working it through. It’s been fascinating to see the dynamics I create in relationships. I have some world class projection skills!
He doesn’t want us to have this dynamic forever, but has made me feel that it’s fine and safe if it is what I need right now.
Ultimately, I’d like us to be two equal adults in the room together, but it’s hard when I feel so emotionally young most of the time.