This is one of the many reasons that will make your partner to start flirting. First and foremost let’s understand what flirting is. Flirting is a healthy human behavior. It is fun and social. It’s a way of making others aware of your presence and letting others know that you find them attractive. This, however, creates problems in many relationships even though it is generally harmless because most people find it offensive.

So what do you do when you notice that your partner has a habit of flirting? Ever been out for a party or just dinner with your partner and noticed that he/she is playfully smiling at a person of the opposite sex at the next table?  What did you do? Did you shout at him?  Did you suggest you cancel your order and move to another restaurant? But what if you go to the next one and he still does the same thing? So is dumping your partner or shouting the best way to deal with it? Or should you just ignore the whole incident after all, they are dating you and not the other person.

Dealing with a partner who flirts can be quite tasking. So what is the best way to deal with a partner who is fond of flirting? You may decide to teach your partner a lesson by also flirting with other people so that he/she can understand how you feel when they do the same. But this might only make the situation worse. There are ways to deal with your partner’s flirtatious behavior without having to do what they do or dump him/her. Get to understand the reasons for, and meaning of, his/her flirting. We would all prefer partners who do not flirt. But the truth is you cannot control some of the things that your partner does.

Focus on the reasons for your partners’ flirting. It may be he/she does so to express his/her confidence. It could be that you don’t give him/her any attention. So they do it to seek attention. The other reason could be that they are attracted to the other person. Whatever the reason may be, it doesn’t mean that they will go ahead and cheat on you with them. It could simply mean they appreciate the other person’s good looks.

If flirting really bothers you, it is better to be honest with your partner and let them know. It is said that communication helps in all relationships. So let him/her knows how you feel when they pay attention to other men/women. Ask your partner how he/she would feel if you did the same. Go ahead; ask them why they do it. This helps your partner see what they have made you put up with for a long time and would see the need to stop flirting.

It is hard for someone to change their habits overnight but if your partner really loves you, then he/she will make an effort to change. If on the other hand they are not willing to do anything about it, then you need to ask yourself if it is worth staying in that relationship.

So it all comes down to you. You need to make up your mind. If you do not want to loose your partner but do not like the flirting, you have to decide whether to accept this side of his/her personality or quit the relationship. Only you can decide what you can put up with.