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During a relationship, people learn to like each others hobbies and take an interest in their partnerspassions.
However, the bond can only grow if both people retain their individuality.
When both partners keep developing as individuals and foster their own growth, their bond becomes even stronger.
Prioritizing ones own identity can also bring an added level of fulfillment and self-confidence to ones life.
Hence, they were probably spending a lot more time together in close quarters.
Psychologistssay that couples with moderate autonomy levels do better than most.
A persons family and culture can also influence their feelings about closeness and individuality.
He even said that he later felt guilty because she still hadnt found a good gym to go to.
Luckily, the guy later realized his faux pas and made things right with his partner.
He also clarified that he wasnt gatekeeping the gym just so he could look at women.
His idea behind it was to get a space for himself.
We all love folks who can admit to theirmistakes!
The gym can also be a good place for that.
As commenters pointed out, the couple could simply go at different times.
This is a good way for people to collaboratively decide how to make time for each other and themselves.
It can ultimately save their bond.
To me thats the point in posting in that sub.
You gotta be ready to hear that you might be the [jerk].
If youre not ready to hear that, then r/AITA isnt for you!
It definitely shows a lot of maturity on his part!
