So, my girlfriend of nearly three years is going into Med School this coming August so life is a bit hectic. About three weeks ago, she was doing work for her lab in Switzerland, but when she came back, she all of a sudden said she needs space. Before she left for Switzerland, everything was great. I even saw her once after the trip, which seemed fine. She even brought chocolate back for myself and my family. Also, we are in a pretty serious relationship. We've even discussed getting married in a few years once Med School is nearly done.

So, it has been a few weeks now. She is still asking for space. I went from talking to her a little bit to just not talking at all now because, well, that's what she asked for. She says she still loves me, says she still wants to be with me. I do trust her, so should I just assume she is feeling stressed right now? It doesn't seem like anything major went wrong, does it? I mean, she even brought chocolate back for my family. Seems odd if you were intending on breaking up with the person.

Any ideas? I'm actually rather upset by this. I actually do care about this girl (and I am old enough and experienced enough to tell the difference between love and infatuation/lust). Not sure what to do at this point other than give her total space and hope she comes around.

Not sure what to do at this point other than give her total space and hope she comes around.

Yep that's what you have to do. Just understand that as the reality of real life approaches, the world looks vastly different when the future becomes NOW!! Despite the chocolate souvenirs, she wants to see what she can do on her own. You have to let her, and do your own thing.

Are you a med students too?

You have mentioned exactly what you have to do, I guess you are experience... now you just have to execute your plan. :)