Should i just give up?
I (M25) really wanted this to be the year i got into a relationship but its half way though and i feel I’ve made no progress
Theres one person who has shown abit of interest, me housemate, we get along and went on afew day trips but i asked her out and she said shes too busy with her new job. And iveasked her in a day trip tomorrow and she seemed initially interested but hasn’t messaged me back after i offered suggestions.
Ive never had a relationship. I went on 3 dates before Christmas before i was dumped because she “didn’t want ti do long distance”. Before that i have had nothing except for afew kisses in nightclubs and a “relationship” that lasted a week in school.
Im at a loss as to what to do. I have friends and a fun job and this year ive been working out and leaning into my hobbies. I feel i am kind and friendly and generous and wealthy and not bad looking. But still nobody wants me. Is there anything im missing? Perhaps i am not forward enough? I am worried about making people uncomfortable with forwardness so i tend to be reserved. Or maybe its because i travel too much for work? Or maybe it will all be fixed when i move house. None of these seem like they should doom me to perpetual virginity but i don’t know why im so behind. Thats all i can think of
Posted Jul 11, 2026, 1:26 PM UTC