Imagine being in a loving relationship for four years, feeling like you’ve found your soulmate, and planning the perfect proposal… only to be rejected not once, but twice. That’s exactly what happened to our protagonist, who’s now left wondering if he’s the a**hole for breaking up with his girlfriend after she rejected his proposal twice. In this emotional rollercoaster of a story, we’ll follow the journey of two lovebirds, Sierra and our protagonist, as they navigate the complexities of love, commitment, and the ever-elusive question of ‘when is the right time to get married?’ ️ So, grab your tissues and buckle up, because this tale of love and heartbreak is one you won’t want to miss.
The First Proposal: A Romantic Beach

⏳ Waiting for the Perfect Moment

A Private Proposal

❌ The First Rejection

The Pain of Rejection

The Second Proposal: A Botanical Garden

️ A Perfect Dinner

Down on One Knee

❌ The Second Rejection

The Reason

Heartbroken and Confused

⏰ Time’s Up

The Breakup

Anger and Frustration

Blowing Up the Phone

Friends’ Opinions

Did I Overreact?

⏳ Age and Timing

️ Conversations About Marriage

Eager for Marriage?

Love on the Rocks: Double Proposal Rejection
Our protagonist thought he had found his soulmate in Sierra, his girlfriend of four years. After waiting for the perfect moment, he proposed to her on a romantic beach, only to be met with a ‘not right now.’ A year later, he tried again with an even more elaborate proposal at a beautiful botanical garden, only to receive the same response. Heartbroken and confused, he decided to end the relationship, leaving both of them devastated. Now, with friends and family taking sides, our protagonist is left wondering if he overreacted, or if it’s fair to expect a commitment after four years together. As emotions run high, let’s dive into some of the top responses from the internet to see what they think of this heart-wrenching situation.
Moving on after 4 years: NTA for rejecting proposal ✌️

NTA – It’s better to end things now than settle later

Lesson learned: don’t do a public proposal after rejection. NTA.

Trust your gut, two ‘no’s’ and a forced ‘yes’ is wrong

NTA. Long engagement option. Love each other, not be in love.

Moving on from a failed proposal, NTA and dodged a bullet

Four years of waiting, it’s time to move on

4 years and 2 failed proposals, NTA for ending it

NTA. Engagement is the last step, not a test. You’ll find someone who aligns with you

Move on and live your life with head held high. NTA

Don’t let rejection tear you apart. Move on

Confused commenter questions lack of communication between proposer and girlfriend.

Breaking up after 2 failed proposals: NAH, but communication is key

After two failed proposals, NTA decides to end relationship.

Long engagements exist for a reason , NTA made the right call.

Sometimes it’s better to move on than wait for commitment.

Moving on after two failed proposals. NTA.
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Proposal tip: Discuss timelines with your partner beforehand

Communication is key! ️ It’s important to discuss doubts and fears.

Communication is key to avoiding a heartbreaking breakup

NTA. Marriage is a gamble and not a guarantee , she’s not ready after 4 years

Choose the one who screams ‘YES’ and hugs you first ❤️

Curious about the girlfriend’s concerns, but no response yet.

Rejected twice with no explanation? NTA for moving on

Communication is key in any relationship

Move on, you’re not a**hole. She’s not into you.

Commitment issues lead to failed proposals and justified breakup.

Communication is key – discussing expectations before proposing is crucial.

Overcoming trust issues and finding love through communication ♥️

Timing is everything, but ultimatums aren’t the answer ⌛

Mismatched marriage goals, but discuss before proposing next time

Life’s too short, go get what you want
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Breaking up after failed proposals: NTA. Pursue your happiness!

Think before proposing: Discuss timelines and avoid surprises.

Female commenter defends man’s decision to break up after failed proposals.

Ending it after 2 failed proposals was the right choice

A cautionary tale about wasting time on commitment-phobes

NTA. Doubts after 4 years? It’s time to move on

Rejecting proposals is okay. NTA for her or him

The importance of discussing marriage expectations before proposing

Rejected twice, he’s better off without her

Proposal rejection joke gets a Harry Potter reference twist ⚡

Self-respect is key! Hope his next girlfriend is younger

Don’t be a placeholder. Move on and find happiness

NTA. Partner’s knee-jerk response seemed like settling. Sus behavior.

Rejected proposals and lucky escapes

Empathetic advice on how to handle a rejected proposal ❤️

Age is a factor, but time shouldn’t have been the issue

NTA. Honesty is the best policy. It sucks now but you’ll be okay

Logical decision to end things after 2 failed proposals. NTA

Heartwarming proposal story contrasts with failed proposal. NTA advice given.

NTA dumps girlfriend after 2 failed proposals, long term gains
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Quick proposal rejection, dodged a bullet, 40 years together ❤️

Moving on is hard, but it’s for the best ✌

NTA: Commenter advises man to run from picky girlfriend

Ending a relationship is valid, but communication and counseling help. ✌

Self-love is important, you made the right choice

After two rejections, he’s not the a-hole for leaving.

NTA. Compatibility is key. It’s okay to want different things.

Heartbreaking story of a partner’s broken promise

Don’t settle for someone who isn’t ready for commitment. ❤️

Communication is key in any relationship. NTA.

User wonders about the outcome of failed proposals and criticizes the girlfriend’s lack of communication and maturity.

After two rejected proposals and five years together, NTA and time to move on.

Ending a 4-year relationship after 2 rejected proposals. NTA

Moving on after 2 failed proposals, NTA

Heartbreaking rejection after 2 proposals. NTA for moving on.

4 years and 2 rejections later, it’s time to move on.

Trust your instinct, find your soulmate. She’s not the one.

Cautionary tale about failed proposals and cheating. Keep moving forward

Don’t settle for an ‘Ok I’ll marry you.’

Power games backfire as man rejects girlfriend’s proposal games.

Friends should support breakup after 2 proposal rejections.

Tough love – Is it time for him to move on?

Communication is key before proposing c

Ending a relationship after proposal rejection is acceptable. NTA

Rejected twice after well thought out proposals, NTA for leaving

Girl changes mind on marriage proposal, commenter supports dumper. ✌

Communication is key in any relationship

Run! She’s stringing you along while searching for ‘the one’

Move on, life is too short. The right person will commit

NTA. Commitment issues and red flags abound. Move on.

Breaking up after failed proposals: NTA, but family/friends should support.
