We all love a good conversation with our significant others, but what happens when every chat turns into a lecture? One woman (27F) is at her wit's end with her boyfriend Rick (28M) who can't seem to stop teaching her lessons in every conversation they have. While she appreciates his intelligence and passion, she's longing for simpler, more relaxed talks. But when she finally opens up about her feelings, it doesn't go as planned... 😬🍿

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The Smart Boyfriend 🧠

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Intelligent Conversations 💬

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Rick's Passion for Teaching 📚

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Sometimes It's Too Much 😓

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Long Hours and Complex Topics 🕒

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Opening Up About Her Feelings 💔

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Hurt Feelings 😢

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Feeling Horrible 💔

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Honesty Backfires, Feelings Hurt 😭
After finally opening up about her feelings, our tired girlfriend ends up hurting her boyfriend's feelings. He claims she's one of the only people who listens to him talk. Now she's feeling absolutely horrible and questioning if she's in the wrong for wanting simpler conversations. What do you think? Let's dive into the top responses from the internet... 🌐💬
NAH comment section suggests using a safe word to communicate exhaustion.

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Finding a balance between complex and simple talks 👍

EquivalentSea7684 | EquivalentSea7684
NTA. Rick needs to learn how to have a real conversation.

ShoestringSam | ShoestringSam
Partner constantly lectures, NTA for wanting a break from it.

Aromatic-Ice-968 | Aromatic-Ice-968
Intelligent but emotionally stunted boyfriend? You're NTA! 👏

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Setting boundaries with a partner who lectures 👍

dararie | dararie
Equal chores make better relationships. 👭🏻👩🏻🍳

superultralost | superultralost
Boyfriend's constant lectures are self-absorbed 😩💔

JojoCruz206 | JojoCruz206
Partner's lectures can be overwhelming, but understanding his perspective helps. 👍

tahalomaster | tahalomaster
Boyfriend's constant lectures are a turn off for everyone. NTA.

Lopsided_Marketing64 | Lopsided_Marketing64
Is he mansplaining or just passionate? NTA seeks advice 🤔

hobobarbie | hobobarbie
Navigating communication in relationships can be tough 🤷♀️. One commenter suggests focusing on the positive 👍, while another urges to toughen up 🤬.

jaythenerdkid | jaythenerdkid
Being with someone who constantly lectures can be exhausting 😩

Puzzleheaded-Olive36 | Puzzleheaded-Olive36
Don't be a captive audience. Encourage active listening 👍

StillSwaying | StillSwaying
Boyfriend's constant lectures may be hurting his credibility 👍

Lively_Sally | Lively_Sally
Setting boundaries with talkative partner, NTA. 👏

Apocalypstik | Apocalypstik
Empathetic commenter offers advice to frustrated girlfriend. 👍

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Savage response shuts down boyfriend's lectures. NTA 😎

Lanky-Temperature412 | Lanky-Temperature412
Men who constantly lecture to show off intelligence are bullies 👍

any_name_today | any_name_today
Partner's lectures leave OP exhausted. NTA for wanting equality. 👏

ExpatriadaUE | ExpatriadaUE
Is the boyfriend manipulating her? 🤔 Red flags to watch out for.

cheeseandpancakes34 | cheeseandpancakes34
Engagingly educational comment with empathetic understanding 👍

ik101 | ik101
Don't let your boyfriend bore you to death 😩

greenglossygalaxy | greenglossygalaxy
Setting boundaries is key for healthy communication 👍

-Quaint- | -Quaint-
NAH: Couple disagrees on lectures vs. relaxation, possible resentment issues. 😍

MCDexX | MCDexX
Boyfriend's lectures causing frustration but handled maturely. NAH 😊

IllegalLettuce | IllegalLettuce
Partner's lectures exhausting? Consider if he misses social cues. NTA.

FirebirdWriter | FirebirdWriter
Partner's condescending behavior is unhealthy. Demand equal respect. 🙏

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Being honest with a constant lecturer, NTA wins the day 👏

ThankYouOlive | ThankYouOlive
Partner not considering mental energy for deep conversations. 😩

compassionfever | compassionfever
Boyfriend's constant lectures exhausting, NTA for speaking up 😩

suspiciousfishy | suspiciousfishy
When your boyfriend won't stop lecturing about his hobbies 🤷♀️

pringles_697 | pringles_697
Commenter advises against marrying controlling partner, receives backlash. 🤷🏻♀️

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Don't lecture, converse. NTA for wanting mutual benefit. 👍

pan_alice | pan_alice
Finance guy won't stop lecturing girlfriend. She's NTA 👏

beetleschmeetle | beetleschmeetle
Honesty shut down by emotions? Not the a-hole, girlfriend! 👏

FoxxiFurr | FoxxiFurr
Healthy communication in relationships is key 👍

Carrot327 | Carrot327
Controlling boyfriend wants teacher/student dynamic. 🤯

Poesoe | Poesoe
NTA. Partner lectures = boring af. You're a saint for listening.

Sweatiest_Pale | Sweatiest_Pale
Selective listening causing relationship issues? 🤔

SHAOST11 | SHAOST11
Encouraging comment suggests boyfriend needs better communication skills 👍

woolydjinn | woolydjinn
When your partner won't stop talking 🤪💔

Prettysuccess88 | Prettysuccess88