Just Got Through Another Argument

Philippines
January 25, 2011 4:53am CST
Just got home from a horrible day out with my girl. We had been having these arguments recently, specifically when I moved here in Manila, Philippines' capital, to work. I think it's because it's hard to handle a long-distance relationship. It's like holding a soap with your hands soaked with oil. It's not just arguments but the fact that she's breaking up with me then getting back together constantly that's also driving me crazy. She acts like I don't feel anything whenever she breaks up with me. She has no idea that I worry about it, if she's gonna get back with me or not. A factor that might be ruining her thoughts might be that I told her that I've cheated before. I know what you're thinking:Wrong Move! But that's when I still think that in a relationship, honesty, trust, respect and love are the 4 foundations of a good relationship (damn book!). I told her everything about me and now I guess I'm paying for being honest to her. She's not a witch, trust me. She even travelled all the way from my province to visit me here. She's the greatest. It's just that the thoughts she have are the ones destroying our relationship. I'm even starting to think that her friends are the ones manipulating her into thinking crazy stuff. If you know a lot about relationships, specifically long-distance, I would be happy to hear what you have to say.
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11 responses
@ybong007 (6643)
• Philippines
26 Jan 11
It looks like the problem is with her not you. The least you can do is point out to her that you're risking losing her trust for being honest. But then, her actions could just be a result of you not being too open with her on what you really feel. You said, that she has no idea that you worry too, maybe that's really the main reason of her actions, she thinks you're indifferent. Just remember that girls need to be pampered, they need constant assurance that they're the only one. If you think that her friends could be manipulating her, maybe they are because they are the people who your girlfriend go to to express her insecurities with you so in effect they could only be giving her advices based on what she told them. Long distance relationship is a challenge, mine didn't work out but if you want yours to work you have to do more to keep it going.
• Philippines
26 Jan 11
I've already talked to her regarding me worrying and she just shrugs it off everytime like I don't have any feelings regarding that. I just thought it's just a mechanism for me to get pissed but it really seemed real everytime she does that. And it really seems to me that I'm way past 200% of my efforts on keeping the relationship. She also exerts effort, don't get me wrong. It's just that I admire hers and she pisses on mine. Most of the time she just makes me feel like I'm doing something wrong when I'm really not. What am I supposed do here, really...
• Philippines
26 Jan 11
Well, I'm praying it won't come to that.
@ybong007 (6643)
• Philippines
26 Jan 11
In a relationship you have to give some and take some, to understand the other person and most especially accept things the way they are. As they say, if you can't change them, join them. If she shrugs it off, you can also shrug it off. There's no such thing as a perfect relationship, you just have to learn what to value more. Base on you comments I can say that what you have is a perfectly normal relationship. If you could both accept each others idiosyncrasies then you have a long way to go, if not then it's better for you part ways as early as now than to prolong the inevitable.
• South Korea
25 Jan 11
Honestly I cant blame her because if you cheated on her before when you are not working far that time.... what more now....men are weak..lets face it... shes paranoid with it now..I just think ,I hope shes not... But I think you should explain to her that you really love her and you dont have any intention to do what you did before (I hope so).. Or you can just ask her to work there too... (I know its not easy) or you can go to your province every weekend to see her... Call her everyday you can chat and text..whatever just to keep in touch...or if you think its really affecting your relationship just work to your province.... (I know its not a practical advise) Whathever happen theres always a way you just have to choose..I hope everything will be fine goodluck...
• Philippines
25 Jan 11
No, I didn't cheat on her. I just told her that I've cheated before, but when I was with another girl. I'm honest with her because I believe in karma when it comes to these things.
• Philippines
25 Jan 11
• South Korea
25 Jan 11
ohh... then I think theres nothing for her to worry about.. :)
• United States
26 Jan 11
It takes more trust to handle a long distance relationship. And I think you did the right thing being totally honest with her. Now it is up to her.You have to ask Can she Truly trust you? If the answer is yes but she needs assurances, then stay together and work it out. But if she Has to check up on you 24/7 then sadly she isn't the one for you. Just because you cheated in the past does not mean you are cheating now. But being a accused can Truly tear you down and make the love fade. You have to talk all this out.
• United States
27 Jan 11
What is wrong with going out with the guys? I think it is necessary to go out. As long as you call a taxi so you get home safely!I think you are keeping your cool if you let her speak and you don't hit her! If you just walk away. That is keeping your cool. And then going out with the fellas is Far better than drinking alone in a dark room. It is far better to get angry than be depressed.You are doing the right thing.
• Philippines
27 Jan 11
Seems like I'm gonna have to bring out my all to this, indeed. I thought I was already doing that the past few weeks. I have another thing to ask, how do you keep your cool when someone breaks up with you? Coz whenever she does, I just feel like calling up friends and having a drink. It also takes away all the romantic mood from your bones.
@ally12 (1202)
• Philippines
29 Jan 11
You know in every actions we do wither its good or bad there will always be a consequence or payback even we have repented. Do you believe on it? You cant expect that after your gf knew your once infidelity even you confessed it to her she will quickly get over it. Women or should I say some women including me lol are paranoid when it comes to cheating matters. So give her sometime to feel angry and suspicious. After awhile shell get over it and learn forgiveness. Meanwhile, dont get tired on giving your understanding to her. Be cheated while being so devoted in a relationship is really painful. There could be many factors women who are cheated be going thru. Not just jealousy but might as well insecurity. Insecurity of their partner's love and insecurity of their selves. Many question they have to answer and most of them are WHY. Just be persistent in showing to her your repentance and willingness to be a changed man. show to her your determinations to keep her in your life. Im sure she had lots of good memories with you before your cheating moment that are more worth reasons to keep her love and trust on you and in your relationship. This I told you because this is what I wanted from my husband. Just hope that your GF and I shares the same views on this matter. Oh before I miss it. you might be true she's being influenced by her "concerned friends". but friends are friends and boyfriend are boyfriend. Wish you both surpass this test of love and trust.
@ally12 (1202)
• Philippines
30 Jan 11
Oh thats good!
• Philippines
29 Jan 11
You surely have a lot of things to say regarding the matter but first things first, I didn't cheat on her, I only confessed on cheating when I was with another girl before her. Thanks for the advice. We're doing better now.
@koikei (206)
• Philippines
26 Jan 11
greetings! i admire your honesty, but i also can't blame your girlfriend for acting that way. you broke her trust and it would take a lot to regain it (if you can even regain it). she's probably paranoid about you doing it again, since you've done it before. i hope you can work things out and eventually earn her trust again.
• Philippines
26 Jan 11
What? I haven't broken her trust. I confessed on cheating when I was with another girl before her. With my current, I'm honest coz I don't want to lose her. She might be the one, actually. It's just that the arguments just won't stop.
@koikei (206)
• Philippines
26 Jan 11
ooops, sorry about that. i thought you cheated on her that's why she's acting that way. perhaps it all boils down on how much you really want this relationship to work out. if you can sustain the relationship given all these drama, then go for it. you have the accept the good with the bad traits i guess :(
@hlgmdt (300)
• Philippines
26 Jan 11
Hi! I guess that women in general like to feel that they are assured of their men's love and loyalty. It is not enough that they know they are loved, but they have to feel it and see proofs of it. With this, I suggest that you show her how much you care for her and how much you love her. Regular communication is very important. A daily text or a weekly call would be appreciated. I'm sure she will appreciate it very much if you try to visit her regularly despite the distance. Women are said to be intuitive and sometimes they could this to a level which becomes unhealthy (example - negative thoughts, jumping into conclusions, etc) so if they feel and see that there is nothing to worry about, then they might stop being 'paranoid'.
• Philippines
26 Jan 11
I wouldn't know how to prove to her that I'm honest. She just went here at the metro to visit and hang out with me and I showed her how I go through stuff here. I'm hoping it's enough for her as a proof. She even always check my phone for other numbers of women. She knows every women in my phonebook.
@hlgmdt (300)
• Philippines
26 Jan 11
I guess you're doing the right thing when you showed her around the metro. Simple things could mean a lot. By giving her the chance to see your phone book, you're in a way telling her that she has no reason to be suspicious or anything.
@aprilsong (1884)
• China
25 Jan 11
Firstly, you are an honest man. Secondly, is it the only and real reason she argues with you? If it is, then give her more time. Maybe she can't believe you were cheating her, so your image in her mind changed. Maybe she is afraid she is not the only love of yours and lose confidence in your love. If so, have a good talk with her, to let her know, if you not really love her, you may choose conceal it. To let her know how important she is to you now. And let bygones be bygones. If there are other reasons for your arguement, then try to find them and solve them. Wish your relationship be mended as soon as possible.
• Philippines
25 Jan 11
Thanks for your advice. You've got it all wrong, though. I didn't cheat on her. I just confessed cheating but that was when I was with another girl before her.
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
25 Jan 11
Hi Frontvisions, a suggestion - get married. No. I have my reasons from your discussion. You are an honest guy no doubt on that and your logic and philosophy is really great. But the fact is that the distant relations dont just get on well. It is always the distance factor that keeps bringing in the insecurity thing. If you or she believes that this is a testing phase and you should get through with flying colors, it is okay but at end you are going to lose if this continues for long. I have seen people wait for long long years to get together but all were in the same location/proximity. A few who dared to move out either broke down or went unnoticed. So dear, take care and think it over again
• Philippines
25 Jan 11
I really like this girl but I also have problems that concern my family (mother, brothers, sister), financial problems that's why I had to move to the metro. I know you're not supposed to do everything at once, you have to compromise but what if you could? That's why I'm trying to work things out with her while taking care of family problems at the same time. Getting married is a good option but it's an option still not available for me, not yet. It requires dedication and I'm afraid I can't be dedicated for her yet.
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
26 Jan 11
Yup you are right, when you have responsibilities they need to be attended to and the ones you mention are important ones and really deserve your priority. How about this then - find her some job at your city? This would mean she and you are close and things should ease... But again she might have her priorities... In that case I believe you guys stay in touch more (say over phone calls or chats over Gtalk or any other IMs) Good Luck
@murtaza45 (173)
• India
25 Jan 11
one time for arugements for some matter for friends arguments to why for dicussion to solve to your self not a arguments for dicussion to your mylot for think.
• Philippines
25 Jan 11
Yeah okay, I understand you.
• Philippines
25 Jan 11
i commend you for your honesty and bravery. not all guys have the courage to tell their partners everything (even the bad things) in their lives. moving on, i can't really blame your gf for being a little paranoid. specially having the knowledge that you cheated (even though that incident was from another time of your life). of course she'll be thinking that you were able to cheat once you could certainly do it again. (i hope not...) what i can advice you is to be more patient with her. she's under a lot of stress lately because of your new situation. (you being away from her) try to be more supportive and understanding as well. make her feel loved all the time specially now that your far. make her understand that you are trust-worthy and loyal to her. i hope things go well for you and your gf. good luck... ohhh, and one more thing... don't forget to pray. :)
• Philippines
25 Jan 11
Hey, I pray. Yeah, I've been that supportive, understanding, patient, and all that good guy thing but seems to be useless. No matter how hard I show her that I'm trustworthy and honest, we still end up with stupid arguments. It would help me though if you have some specifics on how to change a woman's mind cycle.
• Philippines
26 Jan 11
Long distance relationships are quite hard to deal with especially if you started out always being together.You are miles apart now so it would really take sometime to make adjustments.Open communication i guess would help both of you.Its given, you said you cheated but its part of your past-you were able to openly tell her about it.I think she is dwelling too much on that past but who can blame her probably she loves you that much and she doesn't want to lose you.Arguments worsen your relationship. Why not sit down and talk.Make it possible that you gain her trust again.Maybe, compromise! If you are really meant for each other, time and fate will make a way whether you are poles apart or just within the city.
• Philippines
26 Jan 11
You're right. If she's meant for me then I shouldn't worry. I just hope that the arguments stop completely. It just ruins the mood especially when we're having fun then she'll bring up some crazy conclusion about my ex-gf or me flirting with other girls.. Such a party-pooper.