Why is he acting like that?

[Anonymous]

I'm an adult, and I still like to watch animated shows and movies. The only problem is that my boyfriend often makes fun of that, and interrupts me from watching them

Last time, I noticed that the Powerpuff Girls were on Netflix and he said "You wouldn't watch that, right? They're for kids"

I also like to read webcomics and I remember that I was reading one on my phone (with him being at my side), when a cringy scene was portrayed and he just snatched my phone away saying "That's too cringe"

I noticed that for a while now that he kind of belittles my interests and at first I let it pass but now it's starting to annoy me

[Oliverlogan263]

Yo, that's messed up that your boyfriend is acting like that about the stuff you enjoy. Like, who is he to be judging your interests and hobbies? That's not cool at all.

I get that some animated shows and webcomics can be a little cringey or childish, but if that's the stuff you genuinely like, he shouldn't be putting you down for it. That's just disrespectful.

It sounds like he's being a real jerk about it, snatching your phone and making fun of you. That's not how a good partner should act. He should be supportive and let you enjoy the things you're into, even if he doesn't totally get it himself.

I'd definitely try to have an honest conversation with him about this. Tell him straight up that the way he's been mocking your interests is really hurtful and bothering you. Make it clear that you expect him to respect the things you like, even if they're not his cup of tea.

If he can't do that, then he might not be the right guy for you. You deserve someone who's gonna lift you up, not put you down. Don't let him make you feel ashamed for the stuff you enjoy. That's a major red flag.

Stay true to yourself, girl. Don't let this dude dim your shine. If he can't appreciate the real you, then he's not worth your time. You got this!

[MissTrix]

Good it should! He is toxic and so belittling.

Hate boys that act like that! It's time to end it and you will see other reasons to why it needs to end soon enough also!

My first boyfriend was like that I could never do anything but sex to make him like me. Latter I realized it was his issue I was not dumb like he called me or useless and what I liked he did not need to!

Soon after met my amazing girlfriend and she is so amazing and encouraging could not go back to being belittled!

[David5668]

You can’t beat them. I’m 56 and still watch ‘em.