A boyfriend who can’t stand his girlfriend's friends can wreak havoc on an otherwise happy relationship, while having a boyfriend who enjoys her friends' company is a huge asset in a budding relationship. To check out my advice on how to make the latter an easy task, just read more.

  • Though it’s likely that your significant other will be willing to spend time with your friends simply because he’s a good guy and wants to make you happy, avoid having him see them every time you get together. Not only will it wear on your friends, but your boyfriend may start to feel resentful instead of more than happy to oblige.
  • Conversely, don’t be afraid to invite your boyfriend along every once and a while even if he seems resistant at first. It’s important that he gets accustomed to your friends and that your friends don’t think he has some aversion to getting to know them.
  • Only include your boyfriend in activities or events he will enjoy. He may not love going out for wine with the girls, but he might really like a co-ed BBQ at your friend’s house.
  • Don’t feel like you need to oversell your boyfriend to your friends or vice versa. You care about all of these people for a reason, and with enough time, they should be able to figure out why on their own.
  • If you're really having a tricky time incorporating your boyfriend into your group, plan a get-together for both your friends and your boyfriend’s friends. That way your boyfriend will be in his comfort zone while spending time with your friends, too.

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