When Silence Speaks Volumes

Listen carefully. I think I might have ruined my relationship forever. So,

I’ve been dating my boyfriend for two years. He’s the kind of person who never

shows emotion. Cool, calm, and always joking. But recently,

I’ve been really stressed with school and family problems, and I just needed someone to talk

to. Last night, I finally opened up to him. I told him everything—how

overwhelmed I feel, how scared I am of failing, and how lonely I’ve been feeling lately.

He just sat there. Silent. No hug. No response. Just… “Damn.

That sucks.” I don’t know why, but that broke me. I didn’t need advice. I didn’t need him