scorpio can't break down defenses

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nicodemus
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19 Years1,000+ PostsLibra

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I think most people go through this after their first real heartbreak. The walls go up because the feeling of pain is so real and fresh that the last thing one wants is to have to feel that way again. Knowing that it was someone else who was able to cause that kind of intensity in feeling, both good and bad can be really intimidating. It leaves people feeling powerless.

Some people handle it differently. After my first real heartbreak it came out a bit differently. I wasn't afraid of commitment, but in the relationships I did have for a great time afterwards I was very emotionally guarded and did not open up to the other person. Even to the point of letting the other person fall in love with me knowing I would not be able to reciprocate that. I would tell myself things like "In time I will come around" but in the end I was just not in a place I could return that kind of openness and vulnerability. Once I cought on to this I started getting into FWB situations for either extended periods of time or even one night stands. I was even in a FWB relationship where I was seeing the other person just like we were actually together for about 5 months but never talked about exclusivity or "taking the next step". I was content to show up after work and spend the night with her. I did really like her but was not in a place where I wanted to air the emotions so to speak. I would go through intense periods of promiscuity followed by celebacy as well.

Eventually, I was able to see the beauty and bennifit in being in love again over the situations I was instead seeking out and putting myself in. It changes. Walls are great at protecting you, but it is lonely behind them as well. I think everyone has an inherant need and desire to have a connection with another so eventually we muster the courage to give it a go thinking that feeling love again weather or not it works out is worth the potential risk involved.

The feeling that being emotionally guarded and closed off feels strong because people can't hurt or damage what they don't know is there. It is a reactionary tactic though....meaning it existed based on someone elses actions or initiative. The irony is that it is actually weakness...the lack of courage and conviction to say "This is who I am, what I want and how I feel" and once that is realized it seems non sensical to keep the walls up and truely strong to be open and give love a try.

But thats just me....and I am a Libra.
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ScorpioGal36
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I've been hurt and used by almost all I have been with. I take breaks til the next one gets my attention. I always promise myself I won't date again but I really want to find a good woman to be with.

I only get defensive if someone is trying to be with me that I do NOT like.

I just normally want to know where I stand right off the bat. I watch/analyze forever and then finally give in to self and try to get the person's attention.