I know a couple who are always kissing and hugging when they are in social situations and my boyfriend and I are the opposite. Does this mean that we don't love each other as much?
2006-08-15 04:23:20 · 9 answers · asked by noel1426 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
Loving each other has nothing to do with displaying your feelings in public. It is a personal relationship between you and your boyfriend, and what you do together is not a public concern.
Be true to each other… that’s all that counts!
2006-08-15 04:37:43 · answer #1 · answered by I_C_Y_U_R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You know, my boyfriend will barely even hold my hand in public. I certainly think it's rude when a couple is practically hiding the salami in public, but every once in a while I wouldn't mind a little smooch on the cheek or something. I think determining the appropriate level of PDA very much depends on location and circumstances.
However, that doesn't really address the question. NO, it doesn't mean you don't love each other as much. What it probably does mean is that you're more secure in your feelings for each other and don't feel the need to display them for everyone. Or, you may be less exhibitionist than that other couple.
Either way, I agree with the other posters who've said "less is more" when it comes to PDA. It shows respect for yourself, in that you're keeping your private life private. It shows respect for your boyfriend. It shows respect for all the people who aren't stuck watching your boyfriend give you a combination tonsilectomy and breast-cancer-exam in public. It keeps parents from having to explain things to their children too soon, also. =)
2006-08-15 11:34:43 · answer #2 · answered by kimberhands 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While I see nothing wrong with holding hands or putting an arm around each other, I am really really put off by couples that kiss and slobber all over each other in public. I have been in the grocery store and come up on couples that were literally masturbating each other in public. That is NASTY. I think you and your boyfriend are perfectly right in your behavior, and if you both are comfortable, there's no problem.
2006-08-15 11:36:17 · answer #3 · answered by blondee 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely not! I am not into constantly kissing and rubbing up on my man either, and I am plenty in love. Personally I find it disgusting when people are all over each other in public. A kiss here and there is ok, but do those people who over do it understand how awkward they make others feel. My best friend just started dating a guy friend of mine and they are non stop no matter where we are and who's around. No one even wants to hang with the 2 of them anymore. They are like leeches and it's impossible to even tell one of them, because you would have to pry them apart with a crow bar first. They need to lock themselves away for a while and get over it!
2006-08-15 11:36:57 · answer #4 · answered by str8tequila80 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it means you and your boyfriend were brought up right and don't overdo the boyfriend/girlfriend thing in public. A lot of times people who smooch to the excess in public are trying to hide something about their relationship.
2006-08-15 11:29:20 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no way, it means that you both are just shy about doing those things, because if you do those things at home then your relationship is totally normal, you really don't have to worry about it, but eventhough, try to do it in front of all the ppl, just so you can see if you feel good about showing afection to your boyfriend or not.
you never, ever have to act diferent than what you feel good about.
you have to say, screw them all, its my relationship, and i know what to do or what to show about it!
have a nice good relation ship and thats what its all about, not showing off your feelings if you feel unconfortable about it.
2006-08-15 11:39:22 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course not, it just means you are more private. Open affection, within reason, is very healthy but it isn't necessary for a meaningful relationship.
2006-08-15 11:33:58 · answer #7 · answered by aubietigerbhm 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, this doesnt mean u dont love eachother as much, u just have different feelings about this topic. thats like saying because he likes cherry pie and i dont, we dont love eachother as much as that couple who both love cherry pie.
2006-08-15 11:29:29 · answer #8 · answered by Skye 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no it's not because then he's gonna think it's him and you don't want that then it's just gonna get wierd trust me just hols his hand for now that's enough
2006-08-15 11:31:42 · answer #9 · answered by ill_rhymes03 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋