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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I actually often enjoy talking to people who just talk and talk, and I often ask more questions. First, people sometimes reveal very interesting things that go beyond standard small talk. Second, it makes me realize how many people are walking around desperate to feel seen. I don’t mind playing that role in their life.

But I also know what it is and isn’t. Not all relationships are reciprocal. The trick is not hoping for more from people who for whatever reason can’t offer more.

Reciprocal relationships are actually kind of rare. I have a few, and honestly, a few real ones are enough. I try to make the other interactions as positive as possible on whatever terms happen to be there. [/quote]
Wow! That is a very mature perspective. I understand what you mean and I have been that listening person for the majority of my interactions. Problems have arisen for me recently when I really needed an ear. I discovered my friend of 13 years, who considers me a dear friend, is unable to bear even the littlest bit of what I'm going through. I suppose it's on me that I haven't required more of her until now. My attempts to open up were met with her saying, "That sounds hard....my boyfriend Jerry...."[/quote]

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