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I used to be in a relationship with him, but we ended it for various reasons. Now I feel quite fond of him when I see him from afar, but I feel irritated when I get close to him. Looking from afar is like the joy of meeting someone for the first time, but getting close is like the boredom of putting up with someone for a long time. When there is distance, you can only see his vague outline, and the rest is up to your imagination. When the distance is close, you can see the details on him clearly and smell his scent. There is no room for imagination, and all you have is the unpleasant bits and pieces of your past together.
In psychology, there's a concept called the "distance effect." It's about how things look different depending on how far away they are. It's like how people often say, "distance creates beauty." It's also about how things look more beautiful when they're hazy.
It's all down to a bit of a mix-up in space or time, which makes things look a bit blurry. And when you add in people's natural desire to seek out beauty, it's no surprise that the first thing you notice is the beautiful bits, while the not-so-pretty bits get overlooked!
Beauty is a kind of enjoyment, while facing things you dislike is a kind of suffering. We all need beauty in our lives! People watch their favorite movies and TV shows, follow their idols, listen to good music, and read beautiful fairy tales. These are all about pursuing a balance in life. That's why people often have a heart that is good at discovering or pursuing beauty. If we let our imaginations run free, beautiful things will arise naturally!
Your relationship with him may end on a not-so-great note because you're too close, you're both striving for perfection, and you're both feeling anxious. When reality doesn't match up with fantasy, it can create a big contrast. It's natural to feel rejected when you're in this situation, and the conflicting emotions can lead to some tough problems. Unfortunately, this can result in an unhappy ending.
It's important to remember that distance is a good thing when it comes to getting along with each other. It takes time to get closer, but it's worth it! In the long run, you'll find the beautiful side of each other, get used to tolerating the not-so-great side of each other, let go of some bubble-like illusions, and embrace the sweet reality of the situation. This way of getting along should be longer and more comfortable.


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I can relate, sometimes people need space after a breakup. It's tough when you still care but can't be near.
Wish I could go back and handle things differently. Now all I can do is respect his wishes and watch from afar.
It's heartbreaking to see someone you care about not want you close. Maybe with time, things will change.
I miss the days we spent together. Now I just try to admire him from a distance, even if it's painful.
Trying to keep an eye on him without getting too close is hard. I hope he knows I only want what's best for him.