Boyfriend Struggles Caused By Girlfriends
Not every irritation is relationship-ending; sometimes, girlfriends just do slightly funny, slightly frustrating things without even realizing it. These familiar situations are a lot more universal than you might think, showing that most couples experience similar instances. Today, let's pour one for all the great boyfriends in the world putting up with their girlfriend's funny antics. Here are 20 dramatic things girlfriends do sometimes that boyfriends can find a tad annoying.
1. Asking if He’d Still Love You if You Were a Worm
This ridiculous question blew up over social media, and suddenly, all boyfriends were subject to answering this impossible scenario. To be honest, no matter how boys answer this question, it always feels like walking into a trap. It's safe to say his girlfriend is likely looking for a specific answer.
2. Suddenly Not Wanting Food Because He Doesn’t
That ice cream cone that looked delicious a second ago? You no longer want to have it just because your boyfriend doesn't want it, too. Sometimes, girlfriends can display a strange behavior where food only looks good if you both want it. It can definitely be confusing.
3. Saying You Don’t Care Where to Eat and Rejecting Every Suggestion
You can't tell your boyfriend anything is fine and then reject every single option he brings up! What annoys him the most isn't that you have preferences (if anything, he prefers that), but it's that he took the effort to list you suggestions, and you turn them all down without any reason.
4. Getting Upset That He Didn’t Notice a Tiny Change
If you trimmed your hair, changed your nails, or wore a different shade of lipstick, you can't expect your boyfriend to pick up on all these little details. Because when he doesn't and it affects your mood, you're causing tension for absolutely no reason. It's not because he's inattentive, little things can be hard to notice for anyone!
5. Borrowing His Hoodie and Acting Like It’s Yours Now
Boyfriends usually understand that a section of their clothes become their girlfriends when they start dating, but that shouldn't mean full ownership. You shouldn't borrow his favorite hoodie and then suddenly act like it's always yours! And if he genuinely asks for it back, getting upset just shows entitlement.
6. Wanting Him to Guess Why You’re Mad
When something bothers you, don't wait for your boyfriend to figure it out on his own. This might be one of the most frustrating things for them! If you don't communicate your emotions, no one but you will be able to understand. It's a guessing game that gets old real fast.
7. Saying “Do Whatever You Want” When You Don’t Mean It
Four words that never come out as relaxed as they sound, your boyfriend will hear this and immediately know there is, in fact, a problem. No matter what he decides, he knows he'll hear about it later. But instead of giving such an indirect answer, why not just let him know how you actually feel?
8. Taking Forever to Get Ready and Then Rushing Him
Girls love looking extra good on date night, but that can sometimes turn into hours of getting ready. If you're someone who takes a lot of time putting together an outfit and fixing your hair, don't get snappy at your boyfriend if he's not ready by the time you're done. Maybe he just mistimed how long you'd take!
9. Stealing Fries After Saying You Didn’t Want Any
It's always fries for some reason! Even after saying you weren't hungry, you'll always sneak in more than just a few of your boyfriend's fries after he double-checked that you didn't want any. It's not a huge problem, but if your man is actually hungry, don't expect him to be over the moon that he has to share his food now.
10. Overanalyzing a Text He Sent in Two Seconds
He sent an "okay" without a heart emoji? Now that's just crossing the line. Not. If your boyfriend sent a quick text because he's busy, don't get caught up analyzing it for no reason. It has nothing to do with his emotions or the state of your relationship; reading into things is what will damage your bond, not that he didn't send a 100 word message.
11. Asking Questions You Already Know the Answer To
If you're trying to direct how a conversation is going to go with a pointless question, then you're just playing with your boyfriend's emotions. You're just trying to set him up to prove he's not paying attention! This kind of exchange can feel exhausting after repeated attempts, and it can lead to frustration for both parties.
12. Bringing Up Something From Months Ago During a New Argument
Ah, the oldest trick in the book. Whether you said you were fine or simply never brought it up, bringing up a random moment from months ago into a new argument is a low blow. You're just trying to win the fight at this point, using whatever ammunition you can to your advantage.
13. Testing Him With Social Media Behavior
Does he like your photo the moment you post? Does he view your story within seconds? Girlfriends who care too much about social media relationships are putting effort into the wrong things. Your boyfriend will likely find it annoying because the internet creates problems he didn't know he was supposed to manage.
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14. Getting Mad That He Fell Asleep
He said he was tired, the conversation got quiet, and then he actually fell asleep, yet somehow that still becomes disappointing. He wasn't ignoring you on purpose! It's simply one of those unreasonable things girlfriends can sometimes get upset about; and the worst part is, the boyfriend has no way to respond.
15. Wanting Constant Reassurance During Harmless Situations
Even when things are going well, there can be moments when you ask repeatedly if he's upset, if he still cares, or if something feels off. He might answer sincerely every time, but after a while it starts to feel like no response is ever enough. That repetition can wear him down, especially if you're never satisfied with what he says.
16. Making Him Watch A Video With No Context
You send him a video or reel and say, “Watch this,” but give him no explanation of what it is or why it matters. And if he doesn't respond enthusiastically enough, you might get upset for no appropriate reason. Something light-hearted and fun like this shouldn't be treated so seriously!
17. Acting Like Every “Girl Dinner” Decision Needs His Input
You can absolutely want snacks, random sides, and a drink for dinner, but then asking him to help approve that choice can be unnecessary. It's the kind of question that feels impossible to answer; what are you even supposed to say?
18. Creating a Problem From a Dream
The worst kinds of fights happen because of something that didn't even happen. Sometimes, boyfriends have to deal with angry girlfriends that woke up annoyed because of something that happened in a dream. He didn't do anything wrong, but he's still having to fight for his honor. Doesn't make much sense, right?
19. Asking for Honesty and Then Disliking the Honest Answer
Don't ask for the truth if you can't handle it. And more importantly, don't take it out on your boyfriend when you wanted it! That just leaves him feeling like he can't ever be completely honest with you.
20. Expecting Him to Know the Difference Between Drama and Real Distress
Sometimes you want to vent, exaggerate a little, and be comforted even if nothing major happened. Other times you genuinely need support, and the difference feels obvious to you. A boyfriend, however, might not always know which version he's getting in the moment. Don't get upset if he takes a minute to catch on, especially if you flip between the two often.
