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How do I talk to my boyfriend about our relationship?

Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Feb 24, 2016
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Be opened and honest with him. A relationship is a two way street and you need to express how you feel so that the other person knows where they stand and how they can fix it, help and understand what you may have been trying to say the whole time. You also need to be ok with hearing him out and understand his point of view also.
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Profile: sweetWhisper18
sweetWhisper18 on Feb 25, 2016
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While there isn't any perfect way to address the subject of your relationship your current lover, it's a good idea to at least be sincere and not play the "Oh I'm fine" card. This relationship are part of who you are now and the sooner both of you clear the decks on this issue, the easier it is to move forward together, unblemished by the ghosts of the past.
Profile: Anticipation
Anticipation on Mar 3, 2016
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Relying on mind reading to keep each other happy is not convenient for most, so they instead work on communication. Honest conversation about your relationship in a very understanding environment is the best you can get for conversation about the past, present and future.
Profile: LucyCat20
LucyCat20 on Mar 12, 2016
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face to face is good ask him if he can make some time to just talk to you for a few hours
Profile: Amber105
Amber105 on Apr 29, 2016
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Just sit him down and tell him that you feel like you both need to talk, tell him exactly how you feel and whats on your mind, and be completely honest.
Profile: lauren1999x
lauren1999x on Apr 14, 2016
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approach the situation at a time when he isnt feeling agitated or tired, bring the topic up casually, maybe with a 'so, about us' or 'hey ive been thinking'. take it slow and let him know how youre feeling, give him time to respond to you and take in what youre saying. dont be scared, breathe and keep a clear head, focusing on what you want to say. again make sure to give him time to respond and reflect. let him speak and have his side of the conversation, alongside yours. if things get out of hands then try to calmly talk to him, calm him down in the way you know works best. a conversation like this can be heavy and often emotional so dont worry a few wet eyes start appearing! when youre finished with the conversation, offer a cup of tea or suggest a movie to restore the anythnig that was lost during the talks, get comfortable again, just take things easy :) good luck, im sure everything will be fine!!
Profile: FoundMarbles
FoundMarbles on Apr 22, 2016
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Ask him questions about how he is feeling, what bothers him and what makes him happy. Listen carefully to what he says and look for things you have in common. Tell him the things you value in him. Those are the easy places to start the conversation. When he hears that you care because you ask about him, then he learns you value him by telling him what you like, he will be less likely to feel threatened if you suggest some things you would like to see changed or that could be improved. Tackle only 1 issue or at most 2 at any one time. If there are too many issues presented all at once he may feel, that on balance, you are telling him he is not good enough. Be open to compromise and avoid ultimatums if at all possible. This is how I dealt with my spouse in our early years.
Profile: tryingtostayhappy2
tryingtostayhappy2 on May 18, 2016
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If possible, just simply get him alone one day and tell him that you need to talk to him, and it's important. Usually, the word, "we need to talk" enlist a fear on people. So, if possible, refrain from those words. But, in all, just be blunt. Sometimes, people just need to hear the truth.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Sep 20, 2016
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You need to be relaxed and honest. The honesty is really important. Don't be afraid to tell what you think.
Profile: Therebounder
Therebounder on Sep 4, 2017
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Be truthful to yourself and your boyfriend. If some fact is bothering you, please ask him. Have courage, ask him directly with tried and tested phrase "we need to discuss a few things." It really helps.
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