I have been dating a wonderful man for almost a year now, we have so much in common, it keeps us fascinated, because we are so much alike. My only problem is that my 17 year old son makes me feel like I’m dating the wrong person and he tells me I should move on to someone new, because he is not the one for me. I have been in some really bad relationships in the past, but this relationship is so much different. It’s a Godly relationship, and he really sees me for who I am. How do I help my son see what I see in my relationship? My desire is for the three of us to just get along and my son to be happy with my choice.

May~
 
You stated that you have been in some really bad relationships in the past and I’m sure your son has been aware of that. It seems as though your son has been the man in your life during those bad times in your past relationships. In your son’s eye sight there is no such thing as a “good man” for you. In order for your son to see what you see, he needs to spend some time with this “wonderful man” for him to see what you see. Try arranging them to see a game together or leave them alone together…”kinda ease into it”. Don’t give your son the impression that you’re trying to force him on him. When they have had an opportunity to spend time together he will get to see another side of him instead of labeling him like the rest of them. If you have already tried any of these techniques, just give it some time because if he’s as wonderful as you say he is, any resentment or jealousy that your son may have towards him will soon fade away and he won’t have any other choice but to accept him, but he must see for himself.

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