How to Handle a Flirty Boyfriend

Be honest. Have you flirted with another man while you were in a relationship? I have, and I bet you have too! Flirting is, for the most part, a harmless activity. Unfortunately, when our men are the ones doing it, we tend to take it a little more seriously! Some men are naturally flirty, and if you happen to be in a relationship with a guy like that, it can be quite hard to handle. Here are a few ways to cope if you are dating an overly flirtatious man.

Tell him you don't like it

There is no way your boyfriend will change if you don't let him know that his flirting is bothering you. Most men are totally unaware they are doing it. If you notice that he does it often, mention it sooner rather than later. The longer you leave it, the more upset and angry you will be, and it is better to have this kind of conversation with a clear head.

Remind yourself that he loves you

Just because someone is flirty, it doesn't mean they will cheat on you. It doesn't even mean they are thinking about cheating on you. Most of the time it is only meant as light-hearted banter. If your guy is still paying you attention, and isn't distancing himself from you, it is unlikely that you have anything to worry about. Remind yourself that he chose you, and that is what is important.

Ignore it

My boyfriend likes to find ways to irritate me. He isn't completely insensitive to my feelings, and he would never do anything to really hurt me, but he does occasionally enjoy purposely annoying me. I find it hard to ignore him, but every time I have managed it, he quickly gets bored and stops. This tactic works really well with men who flirt. As soon as they see you aren't taking the bait, they will usually stop and come running back to you.

If it gets too much, move on

Any man who puts his needs before yours is not the one you want to spend your life with. If you are upset about his flirting and he refuses to stop, you have two choices. Put up with it, or break up. Nobody should be in a relationship with someone who has no respect for their feelings, so don't waste your time. Let him go, and find a guy who makes you feel special!

More from Kyra

The First Steps to Mastering the Art of Flirting

Things That Should Never Be Tolerated in a Relationship

The Difference Between Dating and Being in a Relationship