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Checking your partner cell phone

October 30, 11:54 PMSt. Louis Relationship Advice ExaminerKenje Delaney
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Your partner has left the house and forgot their phone. You realized this because you tried to call them and heard it ringing from somewhere close by. A smooth idea enters your head and curiosity has got the best of you. The little insecure part from deep within begins to tell you to check it for incriminating evidence. There’s no harm in rambling through the inbox and what will you find that you don’t already know, right?
The scenario that I’ve drawn out for you is a common household debate. Are your partner’s conversations, texts and voicemail records any of your business? Take a minute to really marinate on the question. I believe that the answer to this is yes and no.
I would say that it is. Who your partner associates with is a part of your concern. The company you both keep effect both of you now as a unit. But your concerns should always be out of love and positivity never jealousy or spite. The no part of the answer is pretty simple to understand. If you are seeking answers by the means given above (e.g. snooping in secret) there are some trust issues. So, in this case it isn’t any of your business by these means.
If this is a problem that has baffled you before or is currently still wrecking your brain I offer you a solution. Ask yourself the following: why can’t I just ask for the information that I seek? What are the consequences for voicing my concerns with my partner? Is there a reason that I am so concerned to know what I’m looking for?
 

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