Never bring up anything that has to do with a past ex. This is guaranteed to cause a fight. It is the ultimate taboo conversation. Honesty and open relationships are great, but some things should be kept in the closet. Don’t risk damaging a good relationship by mentioning meaningless times from the past.
1) Don’t ever talk about him. Even if what you’re saying is uncomplimentary, it will still have a negative effect. Your bringing him up hints that he’s still on your mind.
2) Never say how good he was at anything. Doing this will create unnecessary anxiety and feelings of inadequacy with your guy.
3) Avoid telling him about intimate and special moments that you and your ex shared. Yes, it’s important that he knows about you. And, yes, he needs to learn to deal with his insecurities. But…why make him insecure in the first place? Is it really that important for him to know everything about you?
4) Never mention your sexual past…especially if it was good. If yourboyfriend asks you what it was like or how good it was, lie if you have to. Say it wasn’t all that.
5) Avoid telling stories or...