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I literally cannot stand DD's boyfriend

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pigalow · 22/02/2022 19:26

I literally cannot stand my DD's boyfriend; he is the sort of person who really gets in my nerves. I think in teen slang he would be called a 'simp.' He has no charisma or character and exists simply to be at my DD's beck and call. At first I wasn't too bothered as I thought that teenage relationships were often short lived and O could bide my time and he'd be gone!
It's now 18 months and no sign of any dumping on either side. DD knows I'm not overly keen on him but have kept my thoughts mostly to myself and have been vague and non committal. I have suggested that very serious and long term relationships started in teens can stop people embracing experiences and opportunities but I dare not say too much in case I push them closer together.
What are the chances of this lasting the course and me having to endure this boy for the long term?

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StiffyBing · 27/02/2022 13:14

I have a hunch his family is hoping for the same thing for rather more understandable reasons.

mugoftea456 · 27/02/2022 13:46

Hmm would you rather a BF that treated your daughter awfully and wasn't there for here?

Usually the simp in the relationship is treated like shit and bossed around !

VariationsonaTheme · 27/02/2022 13:52

Don’t use the word ‘simp’ it’s associated with incel groups.

And it sounds like the poor kid is just in love and wanting to please his gf. Just let it run it’s course. Hopefully he’ll realise your dd is taking advantage.

Oblomov22 · 27/02/2022 14:12

Have you talked to her about his dominant she is, which is actually an unattractive quality. Say you are surprised she doesn't want someone equal, who challenges her mentally, emotionally.

Heartofglass12345 · 27/02/2022 14:13

She sounds like she's taking advantage of him to be honest

TwoCoffeesPlease · 27/02/2022 14:18

I agree at 17/18 this will probably run it’s course naturally. If it doesn’t then there’s a good chance he might get more about him as he gets older. Or he could just be trying to be very polite and well behaved around you and when he is with your DD he is actually really funny. Why don’t you try to get to know him better? Very few people are really that insipid, they’re usually just shy

katieatietwo · 25/08/2022 23:13

i think it means seriously impressive minecraft player.

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