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Is it normal to be jealous of your boyfriend's friends?

Mostly.Normal for most people

Yes, it’s normal to feel jealous of your boyfriend’s friends sometimes, especially if you feel left out or unsure of your place in his life. The feeling matters less than how you handle it.

Lots of people feel a little jealous when their partner has close friends, spends a lot of time with them, or seems to have an inside world you’re not part of. That doesn’t automatically mean you’re possessive or that anything is wrong with the relationship.

Try to pin down what’s underneath the jealousy: are you missing time together, feeling excluded, or worried about a particular friendship? You can tell him what you’re feeling without making him choose between you and his friends. It’s also fair to ask for reassurance or more quality time; trying to control who he sees is a different matter.

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