Is it normal my boyfriend showed me a pic of his ex?

Well did he talk about it like he was proyd of her. Like " yeah this is my ex girlfriend." and he just looked at the picture for a while. Or was it like " this is my hoe bag ex girlfriend. Whata whore" cuz that would make a difference.

Speaking from a guy's perspective, I can think of a few things that may have motivated your boyfriend's behavior. First, he may have wanted to share something personal to him, so that you might feel more comfortable. You should understand that his ex used to be in your position, and he was close/attached, and his relationship with her was meaningful. So, for him to share about that relationship, even by showing you a picture of her, is a step of sharing. The second thing I can think of is an attempt to impress you. If he feels insecure in your relationship, he may have wanted to show you a picture of his ex girlfriend because he wants you to think that he is worthy of "beautiful" girls and your attention. However, his actions were clearly a miscalculation on his part. I think it was very insensitive for him to do such a thing, and you were right to feel upset. However, I do think it's pretty normal. There is nothing to worry about. It sounds like he just had a lapse in judgment, because he wasn't considering how you would feel and react. He was more focused on his need to feel more secure/appreciated/close.

My suggestion is that you compliment him, and tell him that you appreciate being close to him. Then, have a discussion about how you felt at the time he decided to show you the picture, and why. Remember to recall specifically what action he did, and how that action caused you to feel what you felt. Tell him that you want to be close to him, and that you are glad that he wants to share his history with you. Then make sure to add that, for the future, you would appreciate having a conversation beforehand, to be a little more prepared, just in case he ever wants to share more about an ex again. (and assuming you would be willing/wanting to listen to him talk about his past relationships) At that time, after having a conversation about sharing and being appreciated, it would be appropriate for you to reciprocate and share some of your history, etc...

I don't think it was completely wrong what he did, but I do think that it was rude and insensitive. If I had to guess, I would say that he hasn't had many relationships, and so he doesn't understand that it's best to leave exes in the past, and not talk about them with your partner unless you first have a discussion about sharing your feelings/history, and desire to feel close/secure/appreciated. He should never simply hop on her computer and pull up a picture of an ex. Major bonehead maneuver!

Think of this as an opportunity to share something with your partner and to become closer with him. Or, if all the signs are all pointing the other way...(didn't get that sense from your story) free yourself from him and go on your own! Just be sure to give him a chance to explain!

i think there are two sistuations for this .one is this girl let her boyfriend fell she doesn't care about him , maybe he wants her put more time with him .others the boy just want to tell the girl his ex girl friend was excellent just show off his talent .he doesn't love his girl friend .

I wouldve been extremely annoyed!!! You had every right to get pissed! Why was he even thinking about her anyways?!

Yes u r totally right to get mad!!!!! What was he thinking?!

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I think we all keep a little piece of our former lovers hidden in our hearts, but it doesn't means he isn't committed to you. My first wife who passed away long ago , will always occupy a place deep within my heart and memory. But that doesn't affect my love for my present wife whom I adore and who makes me happy except when she ticks me off.

I've had this done to me too,guys can't help but brag about their conquests.my boyfriend also loves retelling the stories of his highschool crushes.I think he just likes to to get me jealous.he gets a sadistic kick out of it.its not a problem.

Well that depends on whether it was provoked the best thing might just be to ask him straight out and find out. If you aren't confident enough in the relationship to trust his word then he's not for you.

I don't know if i'm allowed to be vulgar on here, but it's just a fucking picture!! Get over it it probs doesn't mean anything! Jesus people are weird....