Thinking about this "positive engagement"/"cordial withdrawal", dichotomy, I went back into my threads.
From November 13, this is about whether I should reply to her lighthearted texts and emails.
Originally Posted By: Wonka
Mozza, Use this opportunity to re-attract your W. Why not use this opportunity to show the witty, fun, handsome Mozza? This is a light-hearted exchange which will put positive thoughts about you in her head. Use it or lose it!
Then from December 7 and December 8, this is about kissing on the cheeks when we meet.
Originally Posted By: Wonka
Yep. Your W is in an A with the OM and she's keeping you in your place as her plan B.
Originally Posted By: Wonka
That ^^ is the crux of the whole matter: not accepting crumbs from WAW. I hope every LBH reads this and lets that sink in in their wet noodle minds. HP, no it will signal the death knell of the M. Instead, it will signal the death knell of the Wet Noodle HP and show your W that you mean business when it comes to your boundaries.
I've taken the second advice as meaning that I shouldn't kiss and hug but also engage in email and text banter with W. Have I mixed up the two? Is it a good idea to shine and make her laugh by email, but then avoid physical contact in person?
I'm sorry, I'm not trying to split hair, I'm genuinely confused.
M39 D6 D3 (at S) S 2014-09 D 2016-09
"You can't start a fire sitting around, crying over a broken heart" - Bruce Springsteen.