Does your boyfriend always look at other girls when you are together? Is this normal or is he disrespecting you? Find out now!
Steps
Step 1. Observe how he treats his parents and grandparents
If he's rude or opinionated with them (and not because he's had a bad day), you can't expect him to behave differently with you.
Step 2. Observe how he behaves when you are on a date
See how he talks to the waitresses in the restaurant, to the cinema cashier, etc. The way he treats strangers is an indication of his general regard for others and his respect for you. Your behavior in public will determine the opinion strangers have of you.
Step 3. Pay attention to how he treats you
If he doesn't pay attention to your thoughts or feelings and pushes you to do things you don't want to do, then it's clear that you are disrespectful.
Step 4. Do you often see other women?
To some extent, it's common for guys to look at other women, but when he starts ignoring you or making comments while watching them, he's disrespecting you.
Step 5. Does he insult you?
If your boyfriend insults you by calling you "fat" or using other terms that make you uncomfortable, he is disrespecting you.
Step 6. Does he behave differently with you when his friends are around?
Again, this is normal behavior to some extent. It can also be cute in some cases. But if he makes you feel uncomfortable in front of his friends, he doesn't respect you.
Step 7. Are you jealous?
If he doesn't allow you to socialize with anyone or is mean to you in the presence of other people, he doesn't respect you.
Step 8. Pay attention to how you feel when he talks to you
Do you feel disrespected or belittled?
Advice
- Another way to tell if your boyfriend respects you is to pay attention to his reaction when you talk about your dreams and goals. If he supports you and shows faith in you, you know he respects you. If he doesn't care what you say or notice a lack of interest, you know he doesn't respect you very much. Ultimately, those who love and respect you also respect your choices.
- Remember that in a relationship, communication is key. Express your feelings. If your boyfriend does something that upsets you, tell him. Don't be silent. You have the right to express your feelings. Especially when it comes to respect and your relationship.
- If talking doesn't solve the problem, end the relationship.
- If he controls you, doesn't respect your requests or goes beyond the boundaries of privacy, leave him in the presence of other people or get help from friends and parents.
- Try talking to him. Explain how it makes you feel when he belittles you or makes offensive comments. There's a chance he'll behave that way without realizing it, and he might stop if you point it out to him.
