Surprise Optometrist Appointment Turns into a Battle of Wills!

We all love a good surprise, right? But what happens when a surprise turns into a manipulative power play? One woman found herself in the middle of a relationship conflict when her new beau planned a surprise optometrist appointment for her without her consent. She had lost her glasses, but was it really his place to step in and take control? Let’s dive into this story of boundaries, surprises, and the struggle for autonomy.

A New Relationship and a Surprise

Setting Boundaries

The Glasses Predicament

The Big Reveal ️

Not On Board

Trying to Understand

Manipulation Exposed

Calling Him Out ️

Feeling Taken Advantage Of

The Final Verdict

Standing Her Ground

Grateful for Support

Surprise Gone Wrong: The Battle for Autonomy

In a whirlwind month-long relationship, one woman found herself at the center of a manipulative surprise. Her new boyfriend planned an optometrist appointment for her without her consent, and when she declined, he became upset. She tried to be understanding, but ultimately called him out for his manipulative behavior. After a heated exchange, she decided to end the relationship, standing her ground against his narcissistic tendencies. Let’s see what the internet has to say about this situation…

Not the a**hole for refusing unwanted surprise help and debt.

Partner’s offer to pay for glasses seems manipulative. NTA.

Beware of manipulative and potentially stalker behavior. Tread carefully.

Not the a-hole for calling out manipulative behavior.

Partner’s surprise optometrist appointment becomes a red flag. NTA

Manipulation is not cool. NTA for standing up for yourself.

NTA commenter advises OP to run from grandiose partner.

Beware of pushy and controlling behavior, it’s a red flag.

Red flags raised as commenters question strange behavior

Affordable glasses website recommended by NTA commenter.

Creepy optometrist tries to manipulate and control patient into debt.

NTA. Red flag alert! Beware of controlling and manipulative behavior.

Dating for a month and he’s making appointments for you? NTA

Run, don’t walk, away from this manipulative and controlling behavior

Dating for a month doesn’t justify a surprise optometrist appointment.

Setting boundaries and saying no is important. ‍♀️ NTA.

A pushy ex-boyfriend picks out flattering glasses for his girlfriend.

Tricking someone into an appointment is a red flag. #NTA

Affordable glasses recommendation with virtual try-on feature

NTA! The ‘gift’ has more strings attached than a lion’s fur.

Optometrist appointment turned invasion of privacy. NTA

Don’t do something for others halfway, especially if it’s a surprise.

Optometrist appointment surprise turns into manipulation for sex.

Ignoring boundaries and forcing financial obligation is not a kindness.

Setting boundaries is important, but some people just won’t listen

Trust your instincts and leave before he erodes them further!

Red flag raised on controlling behavior in rushed relationship.

User empathizes with OP’s discomfort with accepting help. NTA.

Optometrist schedules surprise appointment, demands payment. Commenters say NTA.

Save money on glasses with online shopping recommendation.

Curious comment seeks answers about missing glasses ❓

Red flag behavior, trust your gut.

NTA, surprise optometrist appointment turns into a financial trap. Cut ties.

Optometrist’s creepy behavior earns him a not-the-a**hole judgement

“The Implication” – A Risky Move or Sexual Coercion?

Escape while you can! Don’t owe him anything.

Setting boundaries is important. NTA for standing up for yourself

Partner manipulates and gaslights over surprise optometrist appointment. NTA.

Surprise optometrist appointment gone wrong – run for the hills!

Surprise optometrist bill? Not cool. NTA for feeling upset.

Setting boundaries is crucial. BF may need counseling for it.

Red flags alert! Optometrist’s behavior is controlling and uncomfortable. Run away.

Optometrist appointment turns into a battle over money

Online glasses are cheaper, NTA sets boundary with optometrist.

Beware of control tactics disguised as help. Run now.

NTA stands up to manipulative optometrist trying to scam her

Run fast and far from this guy.

Partner’s controlling optometrist appointment crosses boundaries. NTA.

Partner’s surprise optometrist appointment turns into a boundary-crossing battle.

Partner’s ‘gift’ was a manipulative attempt to control. NTA.

Red flags spotted in optometrist’s manipulative behavior. NTA.

Forced surprise loans? Definitely NTA, leave him now.

Save money on glasses by ordering online with your prescription

Don’t fall for manipulative ‘nice’ gestures

Optometrist appointment as a surprise gift? Definitely NTA.

NTA stands their ground against manipulative optometrist’s ‘apology’

Helpful or not? Commenter calls out friend’s unhelpful gesture.

NTA. A well-intentioned but clueless move by a man.

Empowering comment supports girl in toxic relationship.

NTA, but watch out for signs of abuse!