You be the judge: should my boyfriend hold my hand in public?
Chantelle would like Hugo to show more affection when they are out. You decide who is being touchy Find out how to get a disagreement settled or become a juror
TL;DR
- Chantelle wants Hugo to hold her hand more often in public to feel more secure in their five-year relationship.
- Hugo dislikes public displays of affection, including hand-holding, citing reasons such as keeping his hands free to gesticulate and practicality.
- Chantelle's family is affectionate, while Hugo's upbringing, including boarding school, may have influenced his aversion to physical touch.
- Hand-holding has become a rare occurrence for them, often viewed as a joke among Chantelle's friends and family.
- Hugo shows love in other ways, such as being chivalrous and handling practical matters, but finds hand-holding inconvenient and bothersome.
- Hugo admits to being unfair to Chantelle but also views hand-holding as a 'currency' he can strategically use, which some commentators find transactional and prioritizing his comfort.
- Commentators suggest Hugo needs to step out of his comfort zone for Chantelle's needs, while others suggest finding alternative ways to express love that suit both partners.