THIS is what being intentional looks like. He ain't guilt-trip her for needing space, ain't make it about his ego either. He respected her boundary AND still showed up for her. A man who can love on you without demanding access to you every second? Whew, that's a whole different kinda peace.
Cancelled a date (in a timely manner ofc) because I just felt drained. Told that man I needed to be in my own energy tonight- He texted back “bet” 60min later a bouquet of flowers, some essentials I needed, and pho was at my door. I called after I got it to express gratitude because… DUH- and he said..