Some say opposites attract, but sometimes it’s not really the case. One of our readers isn’t a big fan of sports, while her husband practically lives at the gym. This led him to make friends with a woman who’s just as passionate about sports as he is. Now, our reader is concerned whether it’s just friendship or something more.
Our reader reached out to us.
Thank you for sharing your story with us! We’re sorry to hear about what you’ve had to go through. We’re ready to offer some tips that might be of help.
Ask him to stop.
He knows you’re uncomfortable with that, but he still wants to maintain a friendship with his gym buddy. You’ve set a boundary in your relationship, but he chose to ignore it. If your husband keeps disregarding your feelings and boundaries, be ready to set consequences.
Let him know that you might need to take a break from the relationship or even seek legal advice if necessary. It’s a big deal for you, so he should respect your concern or at least not be so rude and dismissive.
Trust your gut.
It’s fine for your husband to have a friend, however, what’s concerning is that he feels the need to hide it. He knows you wouldn’t approve of what’s happening between them.
You’ve seen flirty emojis, so he’s aware of his actions. That’s why he was hesitant to show you the messages. If he’s never behaved like this before, something suspicious is going on.
Demand transparency.
In a healthy relationship, there should be transparency and openness. Ask to see the messages between your husband and the woman he’s been texting.
If he refuses, ask him to explain why he’s unwilling to show you. He might talk about personal space. In that case, suggest meeting her and making her a mutual friend.
Spend more time together.
Make time to do things you both like. Whether it’s going for a walk, cooking together, or watching a movie, spending time together helps you bond and talk about what’s up. Try a more active pastime that you also enjoy. You might not want to hit the gym, but cycling in the park, for example, might sound more appealing to you.
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