How Do You Overcome Jealousy & Possessiveness?
Jealousy and possessiveness are common emotions experienced by married couples, single men or women, or those who have been in a relationship for a long period of time. Though sometimes it is not a problem and can in fact help a relationship remain healthy in moderation, these emotions often escalate into real, relationship-breaking problems. Overcoming jealousy and possessiveness is not easy, but it can be very rewarding to do so. Identify and admit that your jealousy and possessiveness is a problem in your relationships and in your life. Admitting to a problem is the first step in overcoming it. Convincing yourself that it is justified or deserved jealousy is not going to help you overcome these emotions. Write down a list of the fights and arguments that your jealousy and possessiveness have caused in your relationships. Accept the fact that there is no way to prevent your significant other from cheating. If he wants to, he will, and though he may or may not be caught, there is noth
