Are we overhyping companionship?

[Anonymous]

I love how the focus for OP is on "can I get it wet"? Like that's what "companionship" distills to.

I agree with the PPs who pointed out that no partner is better than the wrong partner, but the older I get the more I enjoy being around people who truly know me, not just randoms who let me in their bed. I don't think your spouse or romantic partner should be the sole source of companionship. That's unreasonable, and probably why so many people are in unhappy relationships. But having the ability to connect with another human is amazing, and it's a skill that you have to practice.

OP, you have better relationships with your kids now, and that's a form of companionship. It's also temporary. You have your "FWB", and that's fine. But where are your friends? Do you have any hobbies and people to discuss them with? True companionship, real connection with others, can't be overrated or overhyped. It's an essential part of being a mentally and emotionally well human being.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:It's definitely overhyped. My married friends go to Walmart and watch 60 Minutes on the weekend. It's painful to even think about. I spend most of my time traveling to Asia and LatAm, banging young, hot women.

For pay, yeah?

You're a manboy. It gets old, as will you. Best of luck with your adrenaline junkie lifestyle and complete lack of ability to enjoy the simple things.

You'll probably die alone.

That's hilarious, an old shrew projecting hate on a random person who simply has a different lifestyle.

The bottom line is that it's easier to meet high quality women in a lot of other countries, so no need for online dating. Local women are preferred by EVERYONE. The difference is night and day.

[Anonymous]

yes op I agree. Totally overrated.