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How do I get over that my boyfriend notices attractive women, while I choose to personally keep my eyes for him only? I never notice other men, why isn't he the same?

By Kokoro Asked Oct 22 2009 3:45PM
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by Millenium - The Mysterious M on Oct 23, 2009 at 4:29 am Permalink

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My husband MIGHT notice other women! But he sure as HELL doesn't say anything! If he DID. . . . .I'd think he was out of his freak'n mind! That would be terribly ill-mannered and he's VERY much a gentleman! And. . . .vice versa!
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Avatar Kokoro Oct, 23 2009 at 07:55 AM
Thanks M!
Avatar Nightsrush Nin Oct, 23 2009 at 08:13 AM
sounds good.
Avatar Kokoro Oct, 23 2009 at 08:22 AM
Does this apply to you Nightsrush?

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by Anonymous on Oct 25, 2009 at 10:04 am Permalink

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In relationships it is natural for people to still find other people of the opposite sex attractive. Therefore, if you happen to see another man that you find handsome there is nothing wrong with that. Here is where the problem comes in: He shouldn't make an effort to look at these women, or talk about them to you, because that is disrespectful. If he finds someone attractive he should keep it to himself, and no further effort should be made.
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Avatar ladyshakespeare Oct, 26 2009 at 10:32 AM
perfect answer!!!!!
Avatar Anonymous Oct, 26 2009 at 06:10 PM
thanks!!

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by katespana on Oct 23, 2009 at 4:37 am Permalink

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There's nothing to 'get over' really. Men are visually stimulated initially, whereas women seek different qualities in a potential mate/father for their kids etc., By looking at other women he isn't putting you down, just following natural instincts, doesn't even mean he particularly fancies them. If he loves you he chose you both for the way you look and the way you are. What did you choose him for?
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Avatar katespana Oct, 26 2009 at 08:42 AM
Hmm... did you DR me by any chance? If so, please say why?
As for men and women both being visual beings, of course this is true. But men's brains are differently programmed and its scientifically proven that males are more easily stimulated by their visual sense when it comes to being attracted ton the female. Women like to see good looking men, sure, but they also get very attracted to a guy's non-physical qualities and don't get so exxcited by images of, say, naked men in the smae way. Sorry, but its true.
Avatar katespana Oct, 26 2009 at 08:47 AM
Kokoro, I know exactly what you mean and its taken me years not to get wound up or jealous over this sort of thing. Believe me its definitely best to accept this sort of thing - unless its blatant and discourteous to you - and not see it as a threat. If you get jealous he will become guarded and less himself and that will cause problems in your relationship eventually. Have you thought, too, that it may be you that's noticed the attractive (or even decided that she is when she isn't to him?) woman and are maybe comparing yourself unfavourably to her? Be confident in who you are and just smile, he'll love you even more that way.
Avatar katespana Oct, 26 2009 at 08:49 AM
The question of DR was for blondie44 by the way - not Kokoro.

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by Brian I on Oct 23, 2009 at 8:19 am Permalink

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EVERYBODY notices attractive members of the opposite sex, we wouldn't be human if we didn't. My view is that being on a diet doesn't stop you from looking at the menu.
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Avatar Kokoro Oct, 23 2009 at 08:24 AM
Wouldn't it be, you have a buffet so why bother looking at the menu?
Avatar Brian I Oct, 23 2009 at 08:29 AM
I haven't got a buffet, I've got a banquet. I also have an appreciation of beauty, whether it's a sunset, ocean waves crashing against a shore or a beautiful woman.

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by Nightsrush Nin on Oct 23, 2009 at 8:17 am Permalink

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What an asinine question kokoro. I know your bf, and I was there when that question came up. He doesn't notice "attractive women" he notices attractive qualities in people. As in kindness, humility, etc. And frankly, you are the only person he looks at and I know he would never want anyone else. Sounds like he's wasting his efforts on such stupid ideas and you need to go talk to him in person instead of AB, because you two need to talk.

wish you the best.
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Avatar Nightsrush Nin Oct, 23 2009 at 09:08 AM
You think all things can be fixed with just a couple hours? So, if someone died in your family youd be ok in a few hours? This is how serious it is to some people.
Avatar Kokoro Oct, 23 2009 at 09:09 AM
No, I don't think it can be fixed in a couple of hours. I think we need the hours to calm down and talk about it later. If someone died in your family, I'd want to be there to comfort and support you, not leave you alone.
Avatar lost Oct, 26 2009 at 02:41 PM
Interesting conversation here. Good answer, by the way, Nightsrush Nin. :)

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by Blackberry. on Oct 22, 2009 at 3:51 pm Permalink

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That's not going to change. It's nice of you to be so loyal, but you're not a trained animal, it's ok to glance at aesthetically pleasing people. We understand not wanting us to flirt and have sex with other women, but totally acting like Pavlov's dogs when we're around you is denying a deep rooted instinct. You have to realize that just because you're in a relationship, you are aren't the only attractive person on the planet to your mate.
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Avatar Piratebooty Oct, 26 2009 at 04:39 PM
Yes. If I see a person (could me hot, odd looking etc..) I will glance, but staring is just odd. As I said before, a person that stares is needy of attention and wants to see if someone is looking their way. Unfortunately there are many people out there looking for an ego boost. Its the same with strip clubs. You never see decent men in there. They are either single guys out for a laugh and something to talk about or old pervs that have nobody to love them
Avatar Blackberry. Oct, 26 2009 at 04:44 PM
Lol! Yea I stopped going to strip clubs in my teens. What a waste of time and money.
Avatar Piratebooty Oct, 26 2009 at 10:00 PM
It is. Teen boys always want to see women because they don't have the knowledge as adult males do, but if you are an adult male having to check out women all the time, it makes one wonder whats up?lol

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by SoulFire on Oct 25, 2009 at 10:14 am Permalink

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Use the look but don't touch rule. All other women don't become unattractive just because a man is in a relationship.
Tell him how you feel. I told my guy that I feel uncomfortable with him looking/talking about other women. I told him if he must look then to always make sure he compliments me. Now when he notices a beautiful woman, he will say wow she's hot but not as hot as you.
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by Sandman on Oct 25, 2009 at 9:59 am Permalink

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Would you want a man who did not or could not appreciate feminine beauty? I should think you would feel superior, and even flattered, that he looks at other women but prefers you.
But if there is, as you said, "verbal abuse," then I think the issue here is something entirely different from his looking at women. I suspect there are several issues that need settling between you and him.
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by blondie44 on Oct 26, 2009 at 10:21 am Permalink

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Katespana It is not true! It has been proven women are just as visually turned on by the nude male as visaversa. Look at the huge success of women porn sites and Guys Gone Wild. I was part of a study with men and women and when shown porn women got aroused faster than men! In England women just fought to get a nude male mag printed! Men didn't want to print it. The women won proclaiming women are just as visual. Years ago when women weren't equal we weren't allowed to look at nude males and got labeled not visual. These are true facts!!!
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Avatar blondie44 Oct, 26 2009 at 01:47 PM
Anonymous-Most straight chicks look at guys, girls disgust us like guys disgust straight males. And women look at womens porn as much a men look at their porn. I wish you guys would keep up with the times!
Avatar Wynper Oct, 26 2009 at 05:36 PM
WOW Most?
I think people who look at other people and feel "disgust" have some pretty serious issues.
Keep up with the times....that's interesting.
/bites tongue
Avatar blondie44 Oct, 26 2009 at 07:48 PM
I explained it wrong. I should not have used the word disgust. I should have said "they aren't turned on by the same sex." Some GUYS AND GIRLS are turned on by both sexes, some their own sex. I just feel it is not a gender[female] thing to be turned on by both sexes. Many straight ladies are only turned on by men.

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by N I C K on Oct 26, 2009 at 2:33 pm Permalink

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How do you get over it? YOU DON'T! It is not a normal or acceptable thing, do not let the modern world fool you. This world has been corrupted by Satan. Your boyfriend is cheating on you every time he looks at another woman. You have to make sure he knows this.

"But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart."
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Avatar Piratebooty Oct, 26 2009 at 02:39 PM
Good for you Nick! Keep staying tough as a leader in this world. It is refreshing when a man stands for what is right. In the long run you will be the one that has a good woman, where as the other men that choose to lust will be lonely.
Avatar N I C K Oct, 26 2009 at 02:48 PM
Thank you Piratebooty. I'm sure the DR's are about to pile in. That happens whenever I point out that the way some people live is sinful, whether they acknowledge it or not.
Avatar Piratebooty Oct, 26 2009 at 03:36 PM
Well, most of them are trying to put their opinion out there so that they can feel better about being assholes.


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