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Relationship advice? Do I keep trying or move on?

It's long; sorry. I've been dating this guy for a 16mo. He's sweet and caring, but certain things annoy the heck out of me. I've been wondering lately if this is a compatibility issue since I've tried talking to him about these things to little avail. Do I keep trying or just move on?

1) He doesn't believe in saving face in public. Ever. In private, I have no problems with inappropriate jokes, but in public, it would be great if he didn't joke constantly about sex, sexual organs, bodily functions, etc. Can't we just have a conversation about something else? But he tells me I'm being "fake" b/c I don't act in public like I do in private. This isn't me saying I like a band in private and then saying I hate it in public. It's just censoring myself so I'm not talking about sex in front of my grandmother or someone's child. I've refused to bring him home to meet my parents b/c I am so afraid he will embarrass me in front of them.

2) He complains about everything, and it's really draining. For example, today we tried a new sandwich shop neither of us had been to before. We order and when he gets his meal, he gets upset that it isn't "unique" enough, saying he could have made this very sandwich at home. I told him to go complain if he wanted, but in my head I was thinking, "the ingredients were listed on the menu. If you thought it sounded boring, why not choose something else?" Of course, they told him they gave him what was on the menu. Instead of just accepting the mistake (we've all ordered something we didn't really want), he starts blaming the restaurant for lying. No. YOU ordered a boring sandwich made as advertised. Doesn't mean the entire place sucks. So I had to spend the whole meal trying to cheer him up. It's like this everywhere we go; he always has to find a fault and get upset. Just enjoy life and stop letting little things upset you. It's a sandwich you had for one meal in your life. Not a big deal.

3) He is pretty jealous. All the time. For no reason. I have never cheated in my past relationships, nor have I cheated while I was dating him. We got into a huge fight over this issue over the summer. I was taking 24 college credit hours (yes, 24) during an 8wk summer session while also helping my sister plan her wedding. Since I wasn't spending as much time with him, he starts listening to his friend who is saying I'm cheating on him. Literally, I saw only him and my family that entire 8 weeks b/c the rest of the time I was studying or sleeping 2-4 hours a night. He finally said he trusted me, but he won't let it die. Now he's always subtly accusing me of cheating. I just turned 22, so the bar scene is new and exciting to me. He's 30, so he's been there, done that (which I can understand). But when I say I want to go to a bar (we've been 3 times since we started dating), he's like, "why, you want to pick up some guy?" Yes, b/c I'm going to take my boyfriend to a bar so I can pick up another guy. I'm getting a little tired always having to defend myself, especially since there's no reason for his suspicions. He always says these comments in a joking way (which he then says he was just kidding after I point out the shoddy logic), but why would you even joke about stuff like that?

Anyway, I've tried talking to him and he just tells me I'm a bad communicator. Things change for a few days, but then it always goes back to what it was before. Do I keep trying or just move on?

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  • 9 years ago
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    Truthfully, give up. I know you may love him but it's not worth it. I went through the very same thing for 8 years and I was miserable. It sounds like he's a bit controlling and trust me it's just not worth it. Find a Man that is deserving of you and that will make you happy forever and if you can't take him home that's a clear sign he's not worth your time.

    Source(s): A terrible 8 year relationship that made me physically ill.
  • 9 years ago

    When I started reading this and I saw your age I thought to myself well this guy must be 21-24ish Then I saw he's 30..and darling he will forever be stuck in his ways. If there's things you don't like about it now, you'll never like him or what his peeves are. he sounds immature and frustrating to be around. I'd say dump him and move on. You know it's bad when you second guess introducing him to your parents. Your young 22! Go enjoy it!

  • ?
    Lv 4
    5 years ago

    i might say no. he's quite conflicted. in case you opt to be in a relationship.. the two one in each of you're able to be happy. he continues to be iffy if he needs to pass out with you, and continually changing his techniques. in case you pass into this relationship...it is going to be tough. What if he likes you sooner or later, and day after right this moment he does not? you prefer an superior half which will continually love you!

  • 9 years ago

    It's only been 16 months and you already have so much to complain about and it doesn't seem like either one of you are happy so if things aren't going to get better move on.

  • 9 years ago

    Well you should talk to him and tell him he complain a lot,and tell him that if he won't trust you,then you have to breakup

  • ?
    Lv 4
    9 years ago

    Move on

  • 9 years ago

    You should tell him you're dead serious about what it is that's annoying you and if he won't take you seriously move on.

  • Mike
    Lv 7
    9 years ago

    you need to start dating other guys asap....then you will realize this guy is a self centered jerk.....

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