Getting Your Family To Like Your Boyfriend

You’re in a relationship with a man that makes you happy. His charm, the way he cares for you and the sex is great. In your world, all is well and you wouldn’t have it any other way. Being with him is like walking on a cloud and everyday is sunshines and rainbows. This thanksgiving you’ve decided introduce him to the family. Why not? It’s Thanksgiving, a time to be thankful, eat good food and meet new boyfriends.
You walk into your parents house and upon giving him the third degree about his intentions with you and what he wants to be when he grows up, they realize that he’s not the guy for you. Their initial like for this fella turns south and your plan has taken a dive as the quest to pry you away from him has begun.

Do you feed into their requests to find someone more suitable or do you continue to date him despite their obvious dislike for him?

Here are five ways to get your family to like your significant other.

• Try talking to them about how you feel. Let them know why you like this guy and what your intentions are.
• Plan outings and invite your family to come with you. This may get them to see the side of him that you’ve experienced.
• Let them know how wonderful he makes you feel and why he’s so important to you.
• Express how important their support would be in this situation.
• Hear them out. You never know, they may actually have some valid concerns. Listen to what they have to say. Even if you don’t take their advice, at least they know you value their opinions.