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Should I be mad that my bf introduced me as just a “friend” to his family?
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Anonymous 17w

Maybe… I think it really depends on having a straightforward discussion about whether he’s out and/or whether he’s willing to give you the kind of respect you expect in a relationship .

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Anonymous 17w

Btw this is assuming that you and him have agreed you’re officially dating in the first place

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Anonymous 17w

Sometimes people not telling their family that you are dating them isn’t out of disrespect or shame, but rather out of fear of the response. In a lot of queer relationships, introducing a partner as a friend can be commonplace for safety purposes if the family isn’t accepting. Even if it isn’t a queer relationship, sometimes families can be overprotective of their kin or aggressive towards the partners, so there’s a chance your bf is protecting you. It might be good to talk to your bf about it

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Anonymous 17w

Have you talked to him?

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Anonymous 17w

Nah

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