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[–] 1 point 3 months ago (3 children)

People operate at a certain standard. Social connections / mess tolerance / chaos in their life are some examples.
When they haven't reached their quota, they will adjust their life until their quota is met. I would expect this person to continue operating in the way that they have been. It's totally reasonable to state your expectations on how much time minimum you need to continue the relationship. Then, if they don't fulfill that, that's on them.

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  • [–] [S] 1 point 3 months ago (2 children)

    I get a distinct "check the box" vibe from her. Like she'll show up an hour before my shift starts so she can say she saw me that day. Ultimately, I want someone who WANTS to spend time with me, not someone who responds to being threatened with metrics.

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  • [–] 2 points 3 months ago (1 child)

    For her, a quota might be how she relates to the world. I think the important parts are that you are telling her how much time you need and what types of together time, and that she is making time for you.
    That might not be a permanent way of things. But it's how she might need it structured initially until you have a routine.
    I think the important questions are: are you having fun? And do you see a future?
    If she is making you a part of her life, and hearing you out and trying to respond to your concerns, those are good signs for the latter.

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  • [–] [S] 1 point 3 months ago

    Yes, I think she is making some kind of effort, but it's very sporadic and unreliable. I guess I can accept a quota if that's how she interacts with the world, but she is also horribly unstructured about her time... like she just does shit until she runs out of daylight and stores close...

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