Reconnecting might add something positive to my life or blur boundaries I've worked hard to establish and maintain. The stigma directed at men seeing escorts complicates the dynamic.
A clever alternative to consider when responding to unwanted offers of help might be: 'Thank you so much, but it's just a thing we do,' accompanied by a self-deprecating laugh that indicates to onlookers that you find your activity amusing. This approach often encourages people to respect your boundaries more easily.
I was tired of the constant approaches - it was nonstop, even when I clearly wasn't interested. So I put on a simple ring on my left hand, and it was like hitting a mute button.
