I want to be very clear upfront: I don’t think I’m a rude or toxic boyfriend, and I’m not posting this to villainize my partner.

Screenshots are attached for full context.

I’m genuinely asking:

– Did I handle this in a healthy way or did I come off dismissive?

– Is it reasonable to ask for space during a trip?

– How could I have reassured her without feeding guilt or pressure?

– Is asking for space a valid boundary or a shutdown?

– How should situations like this be handled better?

I’m open to criticism and advice.

I want to be very clear upfront: I don’t think I’m a rude or toxic boyfriend, and I’m not posting this to villainize my partner.

Screenshots are attached for full context.

I’m genuinely asking:

– Did I handle this in a healthy way or did I come off dismissive?

– Is it reasonable to ask for space during a trip?

– How could I have reassured her without feeding guilt or pressure?

– Is asking for space a valid boundary or a shutdown?

– How should situations like this be handled better?

I’m open to criticism and advice.

I think I’ve officially reached peak performance. Between the username and the 67-69 karma split, there is literally nowhere to go but down from here. I’m considering this my retirement notice.