u/Foxhound-71

Long term relationship with someone who isn't the Creative/Artistic type?

I'll try to keep it short and to the point. I'm in the 4th year of a relationship. I'm an engineer but have an overwhelmingly active brain when it comes to creativity outside of work. I have a hobby shop in my garage where I do metalwork, woodwork, I make music, I draw, write. Nearly anything that involves creating or working with my hands I can easily pick up or find interest in. I arguable have too many hobbies, and too many projects going on at once. But it keeps me sane. I can't turn it off.

My girlfriend is quite the opposite. Her main hobby is reading fantasy books and browsing Tik-Tok for foodie stuff. Not really any interest in making anything or creative outlets. I slightly envy her ability to just...relax.

Deep down, It kind of kills me that she takes no interest in a creative outlet. I think I've just always wanted a partner to collaborate with, share projects, just understand the lifestyle and be inspired by whatever they are creating. A Muse of sorts.

Maybe, it's a me problem and I just need to learn to accept her for who she is and what she already brings to the relationship.

What is your dynamic like with your significant other? Are they also the Creative/Artistic type? or do you find yourself more in a balance of opposites?

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u/Foxhound-71 — 3 hours ago

CMV: The World Cup could not have come at a better time for the USA

As the current administration focuses on isolating America from the rest of the world and blaming everyone else for it's problems, a tactic used so they can control the narrative. A drove of foreign influence has made it's way past our borders.

People from every nationality will communicate, share a moment. Maybe a laugh, maybe a beer. and THAT is the seed that is planted to be sown for a better future. Peoples interactions, talking about all facets of life will solidify the truth that we are all much more alike than we are different.

Futbol has a very passionate fan base. There are outliers and ass holes in every study. But I think it will be a net positive overall.

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u/Foxhound-71 — 19 days ago