We’ve all experienced condescending people in our lives, but what if that person is your significant other? One woman (27f) has reached her breaking point with her boyfriend (40m) after he constantly ‘tests’ her intelligence with seemingly obvious questions. The final straw came when he asked if she knew who Hans Zimmer was. Is she overreacting, or is it time to call it quits? Let’s dive into the story.
The Constant ‘Tests’
Mocking or Making Conversation?
Random Questions
Daily Dose of Frustration
Expressing Her Concerns
Dismissed and Defensive
The Hans Zimmer Incident
Testing Her Patience
The Breaking Point
Calling Him Out
Denial and Anger
Regret and Confusion
Is She Overreacting or Just Fed Up? ♀️
After countless ‘tests’ and condescending remarks, this woman finally reached her limit when her boyfriend questioned her knowledge of Hans Zimmer. She’s tired of feeling belittled and mocked, but he insists he’s just making conversation. Now, she’s left wondering if she’s overreacting or if her frustrations are justified. Let’s see what the internet has to say about this tense situation…
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