Dear McKoy: I Think My Boyfriend is Still a Womanizer – I’m 22 my boyfriend is 30 and we have been dating for over one year. We love each other a lot and have a pretty good balance in our relationship. But something has been bothering me for a while. Before we met my boyfriend was a known “player”. When we got together and fell in love, he said he changed. But for some reason, I just can’t put my trust in him. My mind says he hasn’t really changed, but my heart thinks he has. The truth is that he still has a lot of female friends, especially at work. He talks to them on whatsapp, and they also hang out together often. This makes me feel really uncomfortable. I talk to him about it and he is adamant that they are just his friends. He also gets very angry when I mention it to him. To top it off he puts a password on his phone and refuses to let me go anywhere close to it. Why does he need to do that if he loves and trusts me? How do I stop thinking that my boyfriend is cheating on me and that he is no longer a womanizer?
A. Brown
Dear A. Brown: Every relationship has insecurities, and its success or failure depends on how the partner handles them. At any moment in a relationship, doubts about your partner’s faithfulness are a common source of distress. Acknowledging the sadness caused by them and letting your boyfriend know about your concerns will facilitate a good two-way conversation and clear the air. Set clear and well-defined boundaries about each other’s behavior, but make it a mutual agreement.
You are the best judge of the honesty of your partner’s efforts to make your relationship work. Trust is one of the pillars of a healthy relationship, and it’s usually a personal choice. Also, unfounded suspicion and lack of open communication are weak spots.
Respect individual boundaries and if a particular behavior concerns you, try to make your boyfriend aware of the reasons in a non-confrontational manner. This may lead to him recognizing the apprehension and finding an appropriate solution.
Advertise with McKoy’s News!
🚀 Boost Your Business with McKoy’s News! 🚀
Let us help you grow your brand with our comprehensive advertising solutions:
Create Your Own Business Page:
Showcase your business with a personalized page on McKoy’s News. Highlight your products or services with multiple photos, contact information, and detailed descriptions.
Engaging Banner Ads:
Capture attention with visually stunning banner ads that promote your brand across our website, reaching a large audience with every click.
Dynamic Video Ads:
Tell your story with impactful video advertisements, designed to engage viewers and drive traffic to your business.
Feature Articles:
Gain credibility and visibility with feature articles on McKoy’s News. Share your success stories, latest offerings, and expert insights with our readers.
Ready to Elevate Your Business?
Contact us today and let McKoy’s News be your partner in success.