ScooterTrash
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Joined: 1/24/2005 From: Indiana Status: offline
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erin, I too have seen the doomsday advise you speak of, but I have to wonder if that isn't what they are asking for sometimes. You quite often see a post where they explain a long list of negative "indicators" and mention little of what is going right. Then, they throw out the "what do I do" question. Maybe I am trying to be over perceptive, but I can't help thinking they have already made up their mind what they are going to do and only came to the forum boards for validation. Plus, there is a distinct advantage for them to do this, if they are really stepping out of their current relationship. I can't help thinking their are many vultures on here that will jump at the opportunity to offer greener grass on the other side. Perfect situation..."yes, run, the sky is falling...oh and by the way, come over here, I have a concrete roof". Not that anyone would take advantage of a situation (rolls eyes). If that isn't the case and they want serious advice, I would certainly hope they have some outside of the relationship comrades (friends) they could turn to, for more one on one opinions. Somehow I don't think general consensus is a viable way to decide if your relationship is worth saving or not, when so many of the posters may, or may not, be in an ideal situation themselves. Just my 2 cents.
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