My boyfriend and I have been together for 2.5 years and during our college years/before we were dating I slept with one of his friends and also kissed two others. Even after being together for that long he still gets upset about it and causes a fight. I don't even know what to say anymore because it's so ridiculous to me..... is this normal? How do I resolve this for good? Any advice is appreciated :)

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I’m not sure you can resolve this. This is on your boyfriend.

I was in a similar situation except I was in your bf’s shoes - it got better when I basically got over myself and accepted that the past is the past, my relationship was amazing and if I could let go of my insecurities/jealousies, it would be even better.

So I got over myself, stopped making my SO feel bad for things that happened when we weren’t dating, and ... that’s it. We are happily married, going on 10 years now.

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If it was before you were dating it is none of his business. How does he bring it up? Is he trying to manipulate you or shame you for having a life before him? It sounds like he has some growing up to do.

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Before you were dating? Did he know about that before you dated or he found out during?
In the end, it was before you guys dated so it wasn't cheating in my opinion. I guess he just thinks you might still find the other 3 attractive and is insecure?

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Years before?! Then I agree with everyone, this shouldn't be your fault. He basically expected you to "save yourself" for him before you even met or dated.
I'm not sure if bringing up any of the girls he dated before you might make the situation worse but might bring some of his vice versa arguments in play. What would his response be to the situation he's arguing about etc.

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It sounds like he's a very jealous person. He should probably not hang out with those friends anymore if he wants to have a healthy relationship with you.

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He shouldnt be doing that

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I mean I get why he would be upset for maybe 2.5 seconds after hearing about it... but it happened before him so you didn’t cheat or anything. It’s a low blow to bring it up during arguments

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You did him wrong

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Why? That was before they dated.

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Needs to grow up...

The trust is clearly broken and may be beyond repair. Even though it’s your fault, ask him if he can truly leave the issue alone and move forward. If he cant NOT bring it up again, do you both a favor and end it. No point of being with someone who doesn’t trust you and constantly living with regret.

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