>>82965656
Those kinds of delusions can be hard to fight, especially if someone is encouraging you. Stay safe out there anon.
I think I'm just naturally kind of suited to the paternal role, I like offering advice or helping people out, giving them a push in the right direction. Usually the people I get into relationships with want some kind of father figure so it all works out well.
Being affectionate in friendships just kind of blurs things. Being too affectionate sends mixed signals which can make them uncomfortable or make them think that we're doing something different. It's hard for me to pick a balance between no affection and too much affection so I go with none.
I have to go soonish, I'll be back in a few hours if you want to keep talking or I can give you my discord and add you before I go. If you don't, that's fine though no worries.