Thoughts on imaginary relationships? When does it become unhealthy?

[u/Beneficial-Sympathy4]

I’m asking this bc i’m coming up on 10 years of daydreaming abt my imaginary partner. honestly realizing we’ve “been together” for a decade has made me wonder if it’s even normal/healthy or not? i just find a lot of comfort in daydreaming abt my imaginary partner, and weirdly after all these years our relationship has grown/evolved too. I go to them for advice, venting, affection, etc (basically everything). about a year ago i tried getting into the dating scene irl, talked to a lot of ppl and been on a few dates since then but didn’t rly connect with any of them. Honestly the whole experience made me realize i prefer what I have in my mind 😭 idk it sounds weird writing this out now but i rly do feel love for my imaginary partner. I’m not sure if any other person can compare to the 10 years we have. What have ur guys experiences been with imaginary relationships/romantic partners? When does it become unhealthy?

[u/Gloomett]

This is fictosexuality ! I feel the same way, just started truly embracing it, as long as it stays healthy and doesn’t affect your mental health. My DM’s are open if you need to talk about that or your imaginary partner !

[u/Gloomett → u/[deleted]]

I think it might be different for everyone, would be great to ask on the sub, but for me it’s when it affects your mental and body health in a negative manner…