<human>: Can you provide a brief rundown of the text in within 3 sentences?

I have been soul searching and realized that I have always craved for a deeper connection with someone.

I have been with my boyfriend for 6 years. Deep down inside, I realized there was always something missing from our relationship. I have always wanted a deeper connection with someone but loved my boyfriend and stayed for the fact that he accepts me. Our conversations usually hit the surface of things, such as how was your day, what did you eat, etc. However, I am not one for small talk and desire to discuss things about the world and about philosophical outlooks. I recently met a stranger for coffee and had a strong connection. We had discussions on outlooks in life and seeking meaning in the world. He was incredibly funny, imaginative and mentally stimulating which woke my heart up and aroused me mentally and physically.

I am a very independent woman who does not need a man. But I want a man who can make me become a better me, who intrigues me and the only issue I can come by is that sometimes with men I've dated, they feel that a woman must validate their existence as a man by making them feel like I must need something from them.

For those that can relate and have experienced something similar, what are your thoughts? What would you do/ have done if you were in such a given situation?
<bot>: Realized that I am searching for something deeper with someone but have been in a LTR with a man for 6 years that I love.