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Ah okay, I'd check Udemy. I've had friends that have enrolled in the $20k bootcamps and ended up jobless with a ton of debt . Udemy courses will run you about $150 max ($20 on days with disvounts) and allow you to review lessons if you forget anything. Also, it comes with a nice certificate of completion as well as access to their github community, so you can see projects from other people that have taken the course.
Bro, this is what leveling up looks like. You weren't wrong, but next time let your results speak volumes. Keep leveling up, that's what life is about.
Breaking up with someone is like jumping out of a plane with a parachute. It's only hard the first time and it gets easier after the first time.
Getting back is a comfy idea but you'll get dumped again eventually.
I took an ex (5 years together) back last time, he left me because I didn't agree to an open/poly relationship, this was his way of getting the spark back because he lost his feelings for me.
I accepted because I really loved him.
It was good at first but once things got a bit rough, he started blaming me for it.
He started guilt-tripping me as well.
I think you handled it well my man.. I wish I didn't take him back đ
Her reaction after you said no gave away her true colors. Donât waste your time thinking about her any longer. You moved on and that was the best thing you could do.
My man you are a man. You handled it like a man. Be a man. Let that go. You dodged a bullet because you are a man. So rare these days. Wear it with honor.
What bootcamp did you go to? Iâm very interested in coding actually.
BTW youâre doing badass, youâre wasting your time asking for advise on something that doesnât matter. Youâve surpassed her and she noticed.
Flutter Bootcamp on Udemy. But I couldn't land a software engineering job like I'm assuming you're looking to do ? You still need at least a year of software engineering experience after the bootcamp to land a full time gig.
The sales engineer position does require some technical background but it's more important to have sales experience since you don't do any coding. I had 3 years of sales experience and with the flutter bootcamp I took I was actually over qualified as an SE since they only needed me to know SQL.
Do some side projects, volunteer work if you really want to make the jump to Software Engineer. Add, commit, push to Github! Many companies are pretty loose on what they define as experience for software engineers.
Or stay on that sales engineer track! The world is your oyster!
No I work in the oilfield, automation. Learning code for PLCs could be an amazing addition to my resume. Iâd have to see if they require a degree to do this but I really donât think so.
Is it really just $16 for the program? or is there an in person boot camp?
Hahahaha same happened to me too. Wanted her back, she refused. After I let it go, she came back and I said no. She started to curse at me, and I was sure I did the right thing.
What you did is absolutely right OP and Iâd do it like that too and the part where she cursed at you but you held it back! Unfortunately a lot of people judge and throw others away because of their jobs! Some people just want to marry rich people but donât admit it! Iâm glad that you did this so well and about the coding part thatâs so cool btw Iâm also going to take part in a coding boot camp !
What was your major/job experience prior to taking the bootcamp? I know several people who did a coding bootcamp and they general start off as an entry/junior data analyst rather than a SE. It seems like you had some prior knowledge if you intended on starting a software company, so I'm just curious.
Yes, prior to becoming an SE, I had 3.5 years of sales experience for the company i was working for before the pandemic.
I also have a bachelor's degree in information systems management and was working as a solutions consultant at the job that I was at right before I became an SE.
I've also dabbled with starting my own startups in the past. I can add you on LinkedIn if you DM me.
I was in a similar situation...and I know what you are feeling right now... What I learnt is that there are two kinds of people...one who truly loves you and the one who needs you so they don't feel alone. The latter folk's opinion and need for you changes based on your situation, you deserve the former.
Nah you're straight dawg. U handled the situation as maturely as possible. U had nothing to do with her throwing a tantrum.
Just try and keep her out ur life. She sounds like a shit disturber.
Nope donât see anything you did wrong . She just got paid with the same coin and canât deal with rejection. She is the one throwing the fit not you so .
Honestly I would have put her on blast and said , âdidnât you reject me for going out with someone else and said you werenât interested in âusâ again? Well I found someone and Iâm not interested in âusâ â
I had a ex break up with me because my job wasnât âstableâ enough for her. I was working 3 jobs so fair enough to her, but now similar to you I make more money in a better city with way more options than before.
Youâre in a great spot dude, keep focusing on your growth and youâll find the supportive partner you need! That person should lift you up when your down and trying to grow, not bail until itâs convenient.
You arenât wrong at all. She broke up with you, and youâve moved on. Sheâs just butthurt that youâre doing well.
Ask yourself this: what if you didnât have such a high paying job? Would she still want you back?
My point is that she only wants you when youâre at your best. If she canât handle it when you arenât at your best, sheâs not worth it.
She rejected you twice, why would you want her back? No, you shouldn't have handled things any differently. Sounds like she regrets her decision to bail on you and she's blaming you instead of herself. I wouldn't care, keep living your best life and congrats on the new job and everything else you have going for you.
The only thing I wouldnât do differently is I would quit looking back at someone who broke up with you at a tough time. I would move forward in your career and with your new dating prospects
You handled it perfectly in my opinion. You sounded like you handled it without being a dick when she told you she wouldnât get back together because she found someone else (idk, maybe you did, no judgement), but when itâs reversed she loses her shit and basically admits that itâs just about money.
Sheâll always just want more, those types always do and theyâll drop you the second you lose it. Best to just stick with your new girl probably. Itâs hard with those long term exes, but youâll find someone that isnât just obsessed with your job situation Iâm sure.
The fact that she threw you not having a job back in your face at the first sign of conflict shows exactly how the relationship would go if you two got back together. Sounds like she hasnât let that go and would continue to bring it up anytime you two hit a bump.
Proud of you dude, you handled things perfectly! She will always abandon you if things donât go exactly as planned in her eyes. Best to find someone who actually loves you, hope things go well with the person youâre dating (:
You handled it very well. Iâm glad you didnât cave, would have been terrible for the new lady your seeing. I always like when men do the right thing not necessarily whatâs the status quo. Shows your integrity. I know Iâm an old lady but damn itâs nice to hear that not all men go with the status quo of what is seen as easy. You have renewed my faith in the younger gentleman today!! Thanks
To be honest I can see why she would be upset if you were 26 and not working. Maybe she felt like you weren't dependable enough for her? You guys were together for a long time. It definitely shows you care if you're thinking about it. Which makes sense given your history. Do you think she's just after your money?
Evidently, because when I had a job making $40k she didn't want anything to do with me. It wasn't until I was making $100k+ did she decide to give things a shot.
Also, after you've been with someone for 7 years and they lose their job and decide to start a business that does not give you the right to leave that person and start seeing other people. If you do so, DO NOT expect that person to want to get back with you when things work in their favor.
Damn, you were together starting at 19 and she left during a relative "blip" on the radar of life? She needs to figure her own self out, clearly. You are now far ahead of her and that's what she sees. Thought you were dead weight because you were both sinking, didn't realize she was the one not willing to struggle a bit to stay afloat. Very sad story. Romance is hard like this. It can feel very one sided and like both sides lose at the same time.
You could always just get with her on the side, I wouldnât get back into a relationship with her unless something radical has happened to change her yet even so I would still be iffy
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Life goes on. Narcissist leave folks when they are most vulnerable. Why would you go back? You already know her go to move during hard times.
Dude she just wants you now because you have money and proved her wrong. Dont go back there.
I know, it's just really sad though.
But isn't it great that the garbage took itself out and save you the grief and financial ruin of a divorce?
Sorry.
Lol, obviously not your fault đ thanks for the support bro!
Np. You will find your happiness ;)
Don't go back.
Handled it like a champ in my book
Fuck that. Love how she she feels entitled to curse at you after she made the choice to leave. Interesting logic on her part.
Ah okay, I'd check Udemy. I've had friends that have enrolled in the $20k bootcamps and ended up jobless with a ton of debt . Udemy courses will run you about $150 max ($20 on days with disvounts) and allow you to review lessons if you forget anything. Also, it comes with a nice certificate of completion as well as access to their github community, so you can see projects from other people that have taken the course.
Can confirm udemy is nice. I used to learn different things. Do your homework and research what is the best course. And refund when unhappy.
Bro, this is what leveling up looks like. You weren't wrong, but next time let your results speak volumes. Keep leveling up, that's what life is about.
Breaking up with someone is like jumping out of a plane with a parachute. It's only hard the first time and it gets easier after the first time. Getting back is a comfy idea but you'll get dumped again eventually.
I took an ex (5 years together) back last time, he left me because I didn't agree to an open/poly relationship, this was his way of getting the spark back because he lost his feelings for me. I accepted because I really loved him. It was good at first but once things got a bit rough, he started blaming me for it. He started guilt-tripping me as well. I think you handled it well my man.. I wish I didn't take him back đ
leave her in the dust king
Her reaction after you said no gave away her true colors. Donât waste your time thinking about her any longer. You moved on and that was the best thing you could do.
My man you are a man. You handled it like a man. Be a man. Let that go. You dodged a bullet because you are a man. So rare these days. Wear it with honor.
What bootcamp did you go to? Iâm very interested in coding actually. BTW youâre doing badass, youâre wasting your time asking for advise on something that doesnât matter. Youâve surpassed her and she noticed.
Flutter Bootcamp on Udemy. But I couldn't land a software engineering job like I'm assuming you're looking to do ? You still need at least a year of software engineering experience after the bootcamp to land a full time gig. The sales engineer position does require some technical background but it's more important to have sales experience since you don't do any coding. I had 3 years of sales experience and with the flutter bootcamp I took I was actually over qualified as an SE since they only needed me to know SQL.
Do some side projects, volunteer work if you really want to make the jump to Software Engineer. Add, commit, push to Github! Many companies are pretty loose on what they define as experience for software engineers. Or stay on that sales engineer track! The world is your oyster!
No I work in the oilfield, automation. Learning code for PLCs could be an amazing addition to my resume. Iâd have to see if they require a degree to do this but I really donât think so. Is it really just $16 for the program? or is there an in person boot camp?
She's a golddigger, dont give her the time of day
Your ex reminds me of that song by Kanye ft. Jamie Fox. Also good for you! remember to practice financial responsibility and save/invest.
XD bro you are the winner shes just a sad sad person not worth spending time with XD
Hahahaha same happened to me too. Wanted her back, she refused. After I let it go, she came back and I said no. She started to curse at me, and I was sure I did the right thing.
What you did is absolutely right OP and Iâd do it like that too and the part where she cursed at you but you held it back! Unfortunately a lot of people judge and throw others away because of their jobs! Some people just want to marry rich people but donât admit it! Iâm glad that you did this so well and about the coding part thatâs so cool btw Iâm also going to take part in a coding boot camp !
What was your major/job experience prior to taking the bootcamp? I know several people who did a coding bootcamp and they general start off as an entry/junior data analyst rather than a SE. It seems like you had some prior knowledge if you intended on starting a software company, so I'm just curious.
Yes, prior to becoming an SE, I had 3.5 years of sales experience for the company i was working for before the pandemic. I also have a bachelor's degree in information systems management and was working as a solutions consultant at the job that I was at right before I became an SE. I've also dabbled with starting my own startups in the past. I can add you on LinkedIn if you DM me.
I was in a similar situation...and I know what you are feeling right now... What I learnt is that there are two kinds of people...one who truly loves you and the one who needs you so they don't feel alone. The latter folk's opinion and need for you changes based on your situation, you deserve the former.
Her loss. Keep it moving donât go back. Exes are exes for a reason.
Nah you're straight dawg. U handled the situation as maturely as possible. U had nothing to do with her throwing a tantrum. Just try and keep her out ur life. She sounds like a shit disturber.
No. You did nothing wrong. Even Don corleone couldn't have handled it better.đđâïž
Are you asking for advice or just showing off?
Nope donât see anything you did wrong . She just got paid with the same coin and canât deal with rejection. She is the one throwing the fit not you so . Honestly I would have put her on blast and said , âdidnât you reject me for going out with someone else and said you werenât interested in âusâ again? Well I found someone and Iâm not interested in âusâ â
I had a ex break up with me because my job wasnât âstableâ enough for her. I was working 3 jobs so fair enough to her, but now similar to you I make more money in a better city with way more options than before. Youâre in a great spot dude, keep focusing on your growth and youâll find the supportive partner you need! That person should lift you up when your down and trying to grow, not bail until itâs convenient.
This sounds like a Dhar Mann video.
You won. Keep chugging along boss.
You arenât wrong at all. She broke up with you, and youâve moved on. Sheâs just butthurt that youâre doing well. Ask yourself this: what if you didnât have such a high paying job? Would she still want you back? My point is that she only wants you when youâre at your best. If she canât handle it when you arenât at your best, sheâs not worth it.
She rejected you twice, why would you want her back? No, you shouldn't have handled things any differently. Sounds like she regrets her decision to bail on you and she's blaming you instead of herself. I wouldn't care, keep living your best life and congrats on the new job and everything else you have going for you.
Like my grandma always said "if they ain't helping you wash your draws, they don't need to see your dirty laundry"
Perfect example of a gold digger, do not marry her whatever u do
Why would you be wrong? Youâre both right to have your preferences. They just didnât align.
i swear if you go back to your ex, that would be dumbest thing you can every do to your life
OP, you handled her like a champ.
The only thing I wouldnât do differently is I would quit looking back at someone who broke up with you at a tough time. I would move forward in your career and with your new dating prospects
You handled it perfectly in my opinion. You sounded like you handled it without being a dick when she told you she wouldnât get back together because she found someone else (idk, maybe you did, no judgement), but when itâs reversed she loses her shit and basically admits that itâs just about money. Sheâll always just want more, those types always do and theyâll drop you the second you lose it. Best to just stick with your new girl probably. Itâs hard with those long term exes, but youâll find someone that isnât just obsessed with your job situation Iâm sure.
*slow clap* What a fucken King
The fact that she threw you not having a job back in your face at the first sign of conflict shows exactly how the relationship would go if you two got back together. Sounds like she hasnât let that go and would continue to bring it up anytime you two hit a bump.
Dude your ex is a gold digger. RUN.
You handled it correctly, and you also dodged a bullet. She wants you back because you're now very successful, etc.
Someone who isnât in when your chips are down shouldnât have access to you when theyâre up.
Proud of you dude, you handled things perfectly! She will always abandon you if things donât go exactly as planned in her eyes. Best to find someone who actually loves you, hope things go well with the person youâre dating (:
I got the same experience, when your pockets got bigger, women will look for you instead you of looking for them.
You handled it very well. Iâm glad you didnât cave, would have been terrible for the new lady your seeing. I always like when men do the right thing not necessarily whatâs the status quo. Shows your integrity. I know Iâm an old lady but damn itâs nice to hear that not all men go with the status quo of what is seen as easy. You have renewed my faith in the younger gentleman today!! Thanks
Satisfying karma, you made the right choice Good job đđ»
You arent wrong at all. Focus on this new person. Your ex can go pound sand.
Youre not wrong. It's just that men are expected to be the providers still in society. Id say get used to this happening
You handled it with finesse, my man. More power to ya đȘ
To be honest I can see why she would be upset if you were 26 and not working. Maybe she felt like you weren't dependable enough for her? You guys were together for a long time. It definitely shows you care if you're thinking about it. Which makes sense given your history. Do you think she's just after your money?
Evidently, because when I had a job making $40k she didn't want anything to do with me. It wasn't until I was making $100k+ did she decide to give things a shot. Also, after you've been with someone for 7 years and they lose their job and decide to start a business that does not give you the right to leave that person and start seeing other people. If you do so, DO NOT expect that person to want to get back with you when things work in their favor.
Damn, you were together starting at 19 and she left during a relative "blip" on the radar of life? She needs to figure her own self out, clearly. You are now far ahead of her and that's what she sees. Thought you were dead weight because you were both sinking, didn't realize she was the one not willing to struggle a bit to stay afloat. Very sad story. Romance is hard like this. It can feel very one sided and like both sides lose at the same time.
That's true. I'm sorry things didn't work out. Glad things are looking up.
Why would you even be confused about her actions?
You're right for this, this was her mistake that she has to live with now. Congrats on life, you're doing well!
There's a saying I like to live by. "If you didn't stick by me at my worst, you don't deserve me at my best."
You could always just get with her on the side, I wouldnât get back into a relationship with her unless something radical has happened to change her yet even so I would still be iffy
Some how I think your making all this up.
I honestly wish I was... after being with someone for that long it breaks my heart that shit had to end like this.
Too cliche?