By Ok-Wolverine4307 • Score: 3 • April 16, 2025 6:24 PM
I (20F) got upset with my boyfriend (20M) because he was on his phone the entire time we were at the mall.
He was selling rare video game items online and had already started chatting with a buyer while we were on the bus. I understood that part. But when we got to the mall, I bought us food and sat down to eat, and he stayed glued to his phone, still taking to the buyer. I tried making conversation, but he only replied with "mhm" or "yeah," which made me feel really sad and ignored.
I had previously joked about this habit of his, even sending him a meme that said, “When ur bf is on his phone and suddenly the buildings look nice.” We laughed it off then, and he did apologize, saying he was just used to being on his phone while eating and would try to be more mindful in the future.
After we ate, I told him I’d go to the bathroom alone, but he followed me. When I came out, he was right outside but he was still on his phone, so he didn’t notice me walking past him, which made me feel even worse.
I started ignoring him, and he kept asking what was wrong, but I stayed silent because I know that if I answered him, I would cry in public and I didn't want to make a scene. When we got home, I broke down and told him how I felt when he’s on his phone while we're supposed to be spending time together. It makes me feel invisible and stupid for expecting more. He apologized and explained that he also got upset because I didn’t tell him what was wrong and that I was avoiding him. I ended up crying and walking out.
Now I’m wondering, AITAH for feeling like I overreacted and ruining the day?
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