I've (m62) told all partners and potential partners that I'm a no-stress, undemanding, fun date. Meaning, that there should be absolutely no guilt because they couldn't see me any particular week, or whatever. I'm pretty cool and self-confident and good at fulfilling my needs and filling my time by myself. And I also do try to make time to see someone within a week of thinking that we do want to spend time with each other.

I also have a lovely nesting partner who is always there for me so I'm rarely lonely.

I always do try to give good aftercare, mostly feel-good check-in how-are-you texts. Also some pics of interesting places I go or things I do. Maybe a general Monday "thinking of you" kind of thing.

Sometimes now I find myself pining for the same in return. Just a teeny little bit. Yes, my people are mostly satisfyingly communicative, BUT, (keeping in mind my original statement,) I don't want to give anyone else the slightest bit of stress for me not receiving anything from them. This isn't a major need, just a slightly sad stressor from time to time. I guess I'm just venting. Thanks for listening. I've got to work on this.