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jealousy in relationship

Hi, I am in a long distance relationship with my girlfriend right now and I get jealous quite easily whenever she talks to guys. I am aware that this is a problem and I am determined to sort it out. Any tips to deal with this when it happens?
Original post by Anonymous #1
Hi, I am in a long distance relationship with my girlfriend right now and I get jealous quite easily whenever she talks to guys. I am aware that this is a problem and I am determined to sort it out. Any tips to deal with this when it happens?

Have you been cheated on or had your trust betrayed before? Or are these newfound thoughts?

You don't want to assume she's being disloyal to you simply because of other male interaction. Not only is jealousy bad but a lot of the time it can make you become a manipulator and control freak.

If you're had your trust betrayed before it may be worth seeking a counsellor. You can get specialist help for that.

Otherwise if its simply out of the blue that's developed in your mind you're just going to have to learn to fight it. If she knows you're suspecting her of this it's enough to shake a relationship's foundations and put you both on a bad footing. However I will say it is good of you asking here since that does show some initial sign of wanting things to change to be on the right path.
I don’t think that’s a big problem. Maybe the fact that you aren’t with her is what heightens that jealously. My boyfriend gets jealous easy, so I’m assuming it’s sort of natural, unless there have been trust issues and breaking of trust in your relationship.
Original post by Anonymous #1
Hi, I am in a long distance relationship with my girlfriend right now and I get jealous quite easily whenever she talks to guys. I am aware that this is a problem and I am determined to sort it out. Any tips to deal with this when it happens?


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Original post by Anonymous #1
Hi, I am in a long distance relationship with my girlfriend right now and I get jealous quite easily whenever she talks to guys. I am aware that this is a problem and I am determined to sort it out. Any tips to deal with this when it happens?
Had the same thing mate with my cat. Used to hate it when I saw him being stroked by other people.
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If her actions make you uncomfortable, ask her if she’s willing to change. My expectations may be unrealistic, but I firmly believe that men and women cannot be just friends. You can’t control other people, but if your partner constantly makes you uncomfortable and refuses to change, I suggest moving on. as an adult man, I severed ties with all my female “friends” in order to commit to my woman. I fully expect her to return the favor which she has. We all have our own standards and limits to what we will tolerate. Believe it or not there are still traditional feminine women out there who are willing to be loyal given that you can take care of her properly.
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