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Old 04-28-2013, 06:48 PM
 
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How is it possible that two people like each other, have a magnetic attraction around one another, yet know they are not compatible? I try to make sense of this myself. I dated someone at the end of last year and it was his decision to end it based on a conflict of interests on both parts. We just could not get on the same page. However, still knowing this the person stayed in speaking terms with me.

Recently, we happened to be at the same place at the same time. we ended up chatting and catching up with one another. He was the one to bring up old reminisces about the time we spent in the past, and professed to truly have missed me. I was caught off guard because after all it was his decision to break up. But we hugged ( a little longer than I intended) and we parted with a long kiss (Definitely not on the itinerary). The whole experience has left me lost and turned out. I thought I had this person out my system. But now I'm not sure what to think. Help!
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Old 04-28-2013, 07:08 PM
 
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Are you sure he's not just stringing you along?

I feel harsh saying that, but its not unheard of.
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Old 04-28-2013, 07:12 PM
 
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Hmmm who knows love and attraction is a hard force to figure out.
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Old 04-28-2013, 07:28 PM
 
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It happens all the time in the dating world. The question is, are you going to stick around?
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Old 04-28-2013, 07:30 PM
 
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It just happens.

Take it as a sign that while you're attracted to this person there's someone out there who's a better fit for you.
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Old 04-28-2013, 07:33 PM
 
Location: Xanadu
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He could be just as confused as you are. Know that life can be very illogical at times. If you are really that curious or want to rekindle an old flame then ask what his intentions are, though like Katt85 said, don't get led on because people do those kinds of things. But if you are not interested then tell him so you don't lead him on...
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Old 04-28-2013, 07:43 PM
 
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That pretty much describes me and my favorite ex. We knew our relationship was doomed, really, but we gave it a shot. Sexual attraction paired with intellectual attraction is a very powerful thing. But if your goals and values aren't the same, it's pretty much doomed. Still, the heart wants what it wants, ya know?
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Old 04-28-2013, 08:08 PM
 
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It just happens.

Take it as a sign that while you're attracted to this person there's someone out there who's a better fit for you.

I love this quote. Will keep it in mind.
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Old 04-28-2013, 09:19 PM
 
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Yeah, I agree with the above. If your goals and values are not compatible, then it will be doomed from the start. I dated someone in a similar situation. He loved being single and alone, yet I wanted a relationship. Therefore, we could never advance the relationship because he was comfortable with the status quo and potentially sex, but I won't have sex without a commitment.Sadly, I developed "feelings" for the guy and then felt very hurt when he disappeared. Do yourself a favor and move on before resentment set in for this dude.
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Old 04-28-2013, 11:19 PM
 
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I have heard the saying, 'Just because you love someone doesn't mean you should be in a relationship with them'. Same thing with like .
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