Asked by hwindell on
How to open up to my boyfriend
I recently started dating my ex again after a 4 year break. Part of the reason we broke up the first time was our communication. While he seems to have improved in this area, I still find it very difficult to tell him why I get upset with him. I didn't have this problem with my last boyfriend (who I was with for the 4 years between). I feel as if my current boyfriend will think some of the reasons I get upset are stupid or ridiculous. Every other part of our relationship is great and I can't imagine my life with anyone else, but this is causing a problem between us.
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I think you need to identify why you are feeling this way. Is he telling you how you feel is stupid and ridiculous? Are you telling yourself that? If so, why? This sounds like an issue you have to come to grips with yourself.
Also, trust can't be built unless you step out in trust. So, you need to step out and take those chances with him and give him a chance to show you how he won't respond by telling you you are stupid and ridiculous.