Dear Jersey: I Hate Sports!

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Dear Jersey, 

My man loves sports and I hate it! When football or basketball comes on I’m totally ignored. I am not a huge sports fan but it seems that we are disconnected when the game is on.

How can I merge my hate for sports with his love for sports while still spending quality time. Help!

Dear Sports Sucks, 

Oh I totally understand my kindred sister. I am not a huge sports fan but this is how I would get through football and basketball season. When someone in the relationship does something your not particular interested in but you still want the quality time you get involved. 

When the game is on ask questions. Have him explain to you what’s going on in the game so you won’t feel so disconnected. When you ask questions it shows you care through your actions. He will see that you are attempting to be apart of something he enjoys which will bring you closer. 

If you don’t want to participate at all send him to a friends house. Then either you go out with the girls or make it a Netflix night.The game is only on for a few hours so being apart for that minimal time isn’t that serious.

Then when he gets back your both stimulated in different ways. You can debrief about what you did and then spend quality time. At this point the attention will be all on you. I know sports season can be a pain but in relationships there has to be some compromise.

If you love him you have to take interest in the things he enjoys. If you don’t you will miss out on the moments to share with the man you love. By the way there is really good food at those parties and beer. I honestly think that is the real reason people go. I hope I helped you. 

xoxo

Jersey