Ben and Lauren Happily Ever After - Discussion - *Sleuthing - Spoilers*

I don't think they'll have the opportunity to dwts anymore, which is a blessing IMO. The less "opportunities" in this vain, the better in reality IMO.

Yeah I agree with @sosleepy and @Lennoxcolinrolland Ben is not even going to get that offer. Now I am sure MBC or couples therapy would love to have them but they had better not.

Hmmm why does he keep saying the word "we" when talking about calling off their wedding ?". On that episode it was clear he was the only one who felt relieve after calling off their wedding at their therapy session . I do think Lauren is just nodding everything what her man is saying to their rel . I know she might be saying she understands where her man coming from on wedding but deep inside she must feel a little disappointment because she is by far more ready than him . But because she wants to work this one and no question they love each other . She just need to wait for him when he is ready.At the end of the day . Ben is the man of this relationship plus his words at their finale . He would marry her tomorrow was too much hype on that too . Again that's life sometimes . You gotta say how you feel.Jmo.

http://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/ben-and-lauren-happier-than-ever-after-calling-off-wedding-w450915

Watchiing the episodes I actually really respect ben for the decision. They dont know how to communicate well. and how to handle conflict. they're too 'perfect' and both doing too much trying to please eacg other. Lace and grant diagnosed it perfectly. I think Lace and grant are this solid cos they'd been through so much of that in their early relationship where they got really deep and addressed their biggest issues and challenges together. I believe ben when he says they're at the best place I'm glad they did this and I hope ppl don't misinterpret or hate on them for what's gone on

Cila51290 wrote:B & L agreed to do a reality show so anything else on tv is not so far fetched to me.

Touché. I just think Nick will probs get that spot, regardless what Ben wants.

Wow. Just finally watched the current B & L episode. Ben annoys the heck out of me. He is so insecure and self involved in his relationship with Lauren. Ben strikes me as a very pandered too only child. Clearly growing up....Ben never learned to make relationship adjustments and compromises that someone with siblings has too their whole lives. I found it very interesting in the Dr Mike session....that Ben could not or would not answer what made him have his deep insecurity on being alone and unloveable since that moment in 2nd grade. When asked that question as to who made him feel that way he did not answer. It was very obvious that Ben has issues in this arena since his Mom talked of him needing constant support to talk him off the ledge on the MTP episode. There is being an over thinker and being clueless of how your actions affect those closest to you. I felt such sympathy for Lauren and thought she came across as very real, very understanding and amazingly supportive. Many many people would have bailed already with all the public humiliation Ben has put Lauren through....without Ben being able to accept responsibility and apoligize for his selfishness. I truly hope Ben listens to the old couple and put the #1 on Lauren's forehead. Ben needs to grow up and work on himself. Giving material gifts will not solve the issues that he and Lauren have. IMO Lauren has made all the sacrifice in their relationship to try and make things work....and she clearly loves Ben and wants to marry him. I believe Ben loves Lauren but he needs to get over himself to be a good partner to her. Hopefully he seeks individual counseling to work through his inferiority issues. It is not realistic to want your spouse to be fanning you constantly. I hope both Ben and Lauren focus on RL and stay off another TV appearance unless it is their wedding....otherwise I will question the sincerity of their relationship goals. IMO Ben is more interested in the Fame than Lauren is. I hope that both of them can come to place of healthy happy balance in their lives together.
All JMO.

I think it's good, that Ben called off the wedding, it's good he wanted to build on a more solid relationship, and get to know each other better. I also get why he's saying 'They' called the wedding off, because they want to appear as a united front, and to be on the same page. It's great that Lauren isn't really panicking, but giving him the time he needs. It's also good if they continue in therapy, to learn to communicate better.

IMO what's not good, is Ben's inability to own his actions and how they hurt Lauren, and apologise. It doesn't necessarily mean you're in the wrong, or the end result of his actions are bad. It just means owning up to and realising how his actions hurt and affect Lauren.

If they do another reality show, I'll throw away my fan card. This filming and being in the spotlight, press tour etc, put a serious strain in their relationship, they know it, and need to learn from it. Ben, those teeth whitening ads are a much better option, start advertising them, instead.

"I'm lucky to have her, we're doing very well." Very resounding confidence IMO.

https://instagram.com/p/BM9b7sdDpBq/

And she posted a pic with her sis for her bday instead.

Sounds like he's still in the dog house

^ I don't know why, but the "we're doing very well" and asking for a donation as an "engagement gift" is hilarious to me

Ben is always so political in his comments. It annoys me when he uses the "We" instead of "I" when he is clearly stating his own viewpoint. Speak for yourself Dude. Ben needs to come here and learn the forum rules and implement them in his own life IMO.  
I am assuming Ben and Lauren are doing okay now....and Ben is trying to state a mea culpa for his TV behavior. IMO he is very lucky.

I loved that Lauren highlighted Mollie for her Bday and included Ben "the love of her life" in her IG post about todays dual celebration. Her sister is a tremendous support to her.    

All JMO

That IG caption is phrased weirdly. Lol

It is possible to do separate posts for the engagement anniversary and other stuff. Groundbreaking concept.