Painfully Relatable Memes If You Date Men Who Need Therapists
When I was seventeen years old, I used to fantasize about the kind of guy I would marry. I always pictured him as being a good listener, intelligent, emotionally-competent, and maybe a little good looking. Now, I'll brag to my friends about a guy I've met who only has raised one major red flag, and they'll actually be jealous.
Some guys will come across troubled individuals, and that's totally okay until they decide that they need me emotionally support them 24/7 (which I end up doing every time because I am a clown). Here are relatable memes that will hurt your feelings if you date guys who need therapists.
You're Unable To See The Signs That They're The Worst
Afterward, you reflect on the relationship and wonder how you didn't see that he couldn't show any emotional empathy, was unable of taking accountability for his action, and was a sexist.
Every Man I've Dated Should Venmo Me Financial Reparations
The children's book "If You Give A Mouse A Cookie" is a cautionary tale about how giving emotional labor to men means that they'll take it for granted and demand more while never returning the favor.
Yeah, Sure You Can...
The project boyfriend: you like him despite the fact that he has serious underlying problems and troubles, but you think you can help them work through those. Spoiler alert: you can't.
That Cat Is Every Guy I've Dated
Here me out on this one: what if instead of leaving my toxic trash-bag boyfriend, I find ways to excuse and justify his behaviors and let him ruin my life?
They Just Seem To Gravitate Towards You
For some unexplained cosmic reason, men who are desperately in need of extensive professional psychotherapy. It's at the point where you wonder if your body is releasing pheromones into the air that draw them toward you.
"Please, I'm A Grown-Up Baby!"
Guys like this truly believe that they deserve overwhelming unconditional love and support despite never doing anything to become more self sufficient or learn about your problems, problems, and insecurities.
These Men Will Suck You Dry
In your mission to be a supportive and helpful partner, this guy will use your kindness to sink his needy, emotionally unintelligent teeth into your psyche and leave you emotionally drained before dipping out.
We've All Looked Like Ariana Grande Once
There's nothing like meeting a charming, funny guy who just seems to be a little complex only to realize that he's a straight up wreck two months into the relationship.
Basically Running A Charity Here
Instead of going to a therapist and unpacking the root of their problems, they'll instead use you as a crutch to develop a better sense of self and then throw you out when they feel complete.
This Is The Type Of Intimate Roleplay I Need
Forget physical intimacy and looks: what's really hot are guys who are able to identify, manage, and effectively communicate their emotions in a way that's constructive for both of us *swoons*.
I Cannot Roll My Eyes Hard Enough At This
Some men will get so defensive when you bring up the notion of therapy, or they go out of the way to say that they need it. Dude, just say the term. It's okay.
Even My Parents Know I Need To Stop Dating These Men
Truly, my mom used to tell me that I'd find a great partner who is my equal, financially well-off, and responsible. Now she just begs me to not bring home another guy who is unable to process his own emotions.
Oh, No! All Traces Of Accountability Disappeared!
This man does not know how to emotionally and mentally manage the effects of his actions and words, so instead he'll find a great way to flip the problem onto you (e.g. you're just too sensitive and that's why you're upset I lied to you).
The Guy Who Thinks Playing Guitar Is A Personality
This guy likes to write songs about how his ex-girlfriends were all horrible to him. He thinks that writing songs automatically makes him emotionally well-adjusted despite still saying the girl who rejected him in high school is a tramp.
I'm Sorry, But I Didn't Write The Rules Of Attraction
There are four things common amongst all the men I've dated: they didn't like ABBA, they had flat pillows on their bed, they loved Tame Impala a little too much, and they had multiple clear red flag characteristics from the start.
You're Not A Partner, You're a Cheerleader
If you aren't constantly telling them that they are the best thing to have ever graced the surface of the Earth, they are unhappy. You only exist to make them feel good about themselves.
Ah, Yes, This Is Healthy
Instead of processing his emotions in a healthy way, guys will instead resort to violently punching a hole through the wall and yelling just to "get it out" and pretend it's not terrifying and problematic.
She's Not Crazy, You Just Are An Idiot
Some men will be like: "Bro she's so crazy! She got mad at me over nothing! I've only gaslit her for months, refused to validate her concerns and fears, and minimized every problem she's brought up!"
Alas, I Keep Going Back
I have to admit that part of this is my fault, because no matter how many times I end up getting hurt by emotionally inept man-children, I still date the next one that gets within 10 feet of me.
To The Men Who Are Mad At This Article:
At the end of it, the main point of the "men who need therapists" joke points toward the fact that most men aren't raised to express their emotions in a positive, healthy way, but that doesn't mean your girlfriend should be your therapist.
