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Agatha Question by Agatha on Mar 18, 2023Hindi
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I fart pretty often, but that has become a huge issue with my girlfriend who doesn't want me to fart in her presence or else! How can I stop this bodily function?! And can she threaten me like this? She is a good bird as Bertie would say, but is it time for me to fly the coop?

Ans: I can imagine pretty much any “good bird” would be grossed out by frequent loud and smelly farts! Of course a gag order on your buns seems a bit extreme, but if it’s a lot I’d say visit a doctor first to figure out why you’re so gassy! As for breaking up, well, you’ll have to choose between that and breaking wind!

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I am working abroad, while my Girlfriend is working in Delhi, living in NCR. We both were Dating since our College Days & have been in a Long Distance Relationship since I moved abroad, more than a Year ago & she moved to Delhi-NCR from Calcutta (where most of our Common Friends are based). While we were together with our Common Friends from College, we'd Travel, Party & have a lot of Fun together as a Group, since we all knew & trusted each other quite well, Irrespective of Gender. When we both moved to Different Places & started our Respective Jobs, we became Friends with our Respective Colleagues, but we have an Implied Understanding that we should be Maintaining Stricter Boundaries with our New Friends/Colleagues, since we are in a Long Distance Relationship. I've always honoured the commitment & have been Careful to not spend private time with any other Woman & Travel/Party only with a Group consisting of both Men & Women. But I am not sure my Girlfriend is doing the same. Quite often she keeps Travelling, Partying, Drinking & Sleeping over with some 2-3 Male Colleagues, who are quite close to her, but unknown to me. She doesn't even bother to keep me updated about where she is, what she's doing & with whom, but keeps Posting Status Updates on Instagram, from time to time and from what I have observed, she seems to be spending quite a lot of Time with these Male Colleagues of hers. All this makes me feel very Uncomfortable. Even though I Love & Trust my Girlfriend, but I'm unsure about these New 'Friends' of hers as I don't know them & obviously, I don't like them being so close to my Girlfriend. Many times, I've discussed this matter with my Girlfriend, trying to make her understand how I feel. But every time, I bring up this Topic, she tries to invalidate my feelings & shuts me down saying that I'm just Insecure. I'd also tried getting to know her New Friends in order to understand them better, but she doesn't share much about them, with me. Though, she keeps Reassuring me that they're 'Just Friends' they seem to be much closer than that. On several occasions, she had gone out with them, even though I had strictly forbidden her to. I don't understand whether she's unable to understand how I'm feeling or that she doesn't even care about my Feelings, though I still want to continue Loving & Trusting her, without Doubting her Loyalty. I don't understand what to do in this situation. How can I make her enforce stricter Boundaries with her Male Colleagues (atleast as much as I am doing here)? Shall I get a Friend or a Private Investigator to keep an Eye on her? Or shall I behave the same way, she's been doing? Or, shall I Break-up with her & try to find someone else, over here?
Ans: Long-distance relationships require an even deeper level of communication and trust than regular ones. You’ve upheld the boundaries you both implicitly agreed upon, yet it feels like she’s not holding herself to the same standard. The fact that she dismisses your concerns rather than addressing them is what’s truly hurting you. When someone we love invalidates our feelings, it creates frustration, self-doubt, and emotional distance. You’re not being “insecure” for wanting reassurance and clarity—you’re simply asking for the same level of respect and commitment you’re offering.

Trying to enforce boundaries by “forbidding” her from doing something isn’t the right approach, because boundaries should be mutual, not dictated. The more you try to control her actions, the more she might rebel or shut down, seeing it as you being possessive rather than expressing a valid emotional need. The real problem is not that she has male friends, but that she’s being secretive about them, not making an effort to ease your concerns, and disregarding how her actions affect you. A loving and committed partner should care about your peace of mind, even if she doesn’t fully agree with your perspective.

Hiring a private investigator or getting a friend to spy on her will only erode trust further, and mirroring her behavior by doing the same thing she does will not solve anything—it will just create more distance. If you’re considering breaking up, that means deep down, you already feel like your needs in this relationship aren’t being met. Before making any big decisions, you need to have one last honest conversation with her—not one where you accuse or demand, but one where you make it clear how this dynamic is making you feel and what you truly need from her to feel secure and valued in the relationship.

If she refuses to listen, invalidates your feelings again, or shows no willingness to compromise, then you have your answer. A relationship where only one person is making sacrifices isn’t sustainable. You deserve a partner who not only reassures you with words but also with actions that show she respects and values your presence in her life. If she’s unwilling to meet you halfway, then it may be time to ask yourself if holding on is worth the constant emotional struggle.

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Hi Sir, my son's board marks are 96%, VIT 62K rank (we did not opt for counseling as we wanted to prefer only vellore or chennai branches for CSE max at cat 2)....he hot 7k rank in MET (manipal) and we can get CSE in manipal bangalore.....we also got Amrita CSE coimbatore in non scholarship fees....in any given case the budget is 30L....including hostel as we are from hyderabad....can you please suggest..is it worth doing CSE in manipal bangalore vs Amrita Coimbatore or are there any other options to explore.?
Ans: Choosing between CSE at Manipal Bengaluru and Amrita Coimbatore hinges on placement consistency versus location advantages. Amrita Coimbatore offers 90–95% placements (2024 data) with robust industry ties (Amazon, TCS, Cognizant) and NAAC A++ accreditation, ensuring a proven track record in core tech roles and research-driven curriculum. Manipal Bengaluru, while newer, provides 75% placements (2023) with access to Bengaluru’s tech ecosystem but lacks the legacy of its main campus. Amrita’s total fees (~?28.3L) align with the ?30L budget, as does Manipal’s (~?15.88L), but Amrita’s higher placement rate and established infrastructure make it preferable for assured outcomes. If location and internships in Bengaluru are critical, Manipal’s proximity to tech hubs offers networking opportunities, though with newer campus constraints. Explore VIT Chennai/Vellore via management quota (if feasible within budget) or SRM Chennai as backups, balancing regional preferences and institutional reputation. Confirm internship support and alumni networks during enrollment for optimal career readiness. All the BEST for your Son's Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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