A healthy relationship is based on trust and respect. But, sadly, in every relationship, there is often a little jealousy. Some jealousy can be healthy and sometimes it takes a little jealousy to make a statement. Maybe your loved one isn't being as caring lately or maybe you feel like he needs a reality check. If a guy is jealous, it can often be an expression of his love. It can also be a good way to test his reaction to a possible threat. But what if you intentionally want to make him jealous? What are the best strategies to do so?
How to Make Him Jealous
There are different techniques that can be used to spark a little healthy jealousy. Some involve the help of other people. It is important to do these actions at your own risk. These methods of making him jealous should work in your favor, but they can also backfire in a very bad way as well.
When trying to make your boyfriend jealous, you should do so with caution. Too much jealousy may create a big problem between you two. That is not your goal because the idea is to make you more connected, not chase him away. In the text below some tricks on how to make him jealous are presented.
1. Make a new friend
You probably spend a lot of time with your boyfriend and not many things will make him more jealous than someone else taking your time away. The friend can be anyone, but the idea is to exclude him from things. You will want to appear on demand.
Spending time with someone else besides your boyfriend is bound to spark a little jealousy in him. The gender and your attraction to the person is irrelevant because the point is that they simply take up your time and you are making yourself unavailable. This can be anything from going out with your new friend or talking on the phone and sharing inside jokes.
2. Look good for no reason
Going to be stopping by the store for some bread? Put on some makeup and a sexy top. Seeing you taking care of yourself and dressing up will spark his interest. This innocent power move will make his ears perk up because he may have forgotten how good you look when you are all dressed up. He will be wondering why you look so nice when you are just going to the store.
3. Post selfies
Many guys are a little possessive when it comes to social media. One comment or "like" from the wrong person can make them jealous. A good way to make your boyfriend jealous is to simply get dressed up and take a picture of yourself. Use filters and crop the image until you find the perfect picture and then post it online and let the comments pour in.
If you want to go the extra mile, look sexy and enticing. Better yet, have one of your friends create a fake profile and make flirtatious comments on your picture. It's an innocent little game and a good reality check if you think he needs one.
4. Talk to your ex
A lot of guys aren't comfortable with their girlfriend talking with their ex. In fact, your boyfriend would probably prefer you never talk about your ex again. But a great way to make him jealous is to strike up a conversation with your ex. Add them on social media and interact with their posts so your boyfriend can see.
5. Laugh at another guy's jokes
The next time you are around other guys, be sure to laugh extra hard at their jokes. Flip your hair around and stay focused on the other guy. Ask him questions and take an interest in everything he says. This will leave your boyfriend fuming as the third wheel.
If that doesn't work well enough and he doesn't respond, wait until later and then bring up the guy friend. Tell your boyfriend how he made you laugh and how much fun he is. You can even make a comment about him being attractive.
6. Be "busy"
Instead of calling him immediately, call him back tomorrow. Respond to his texts long after they are sent. Make it seem like you are so busy that you don't have the time to talk to him. This simple tactic can spark a little jealousy in your boyfriend. This can also make him feel like you are leaving him out or that you are avoiding him.
You can also make plans without him, even if it's something simple like going shopping or going to a study group. Try to keep the details to yourself. The less he knows, the better.
7. Befriend his enemy
A great way to make anyone jealous, especially your boyfriend, is to befriend their enemy. Even if you don't really know them, show empathy towards these people. If your boyfriend talks badly about them, comment that they "seem like a nice person" or compliment them. This will make your boyfriend very jealous.
If you are around a person your boyfriend doesn't like, strike up an engaging conversation and be extra social with them. Laugh at their jokes and compliment them. When your boyfriend questions about it later, brush it off like it was no big deal.
8. Ignore his flirting
If you notice him flirting with other people and possibly trying to make you jealous, ignore his efforts or even join in on it. Just pretend like you are having a lovely time and that nothing is bothering you.
If he flirts with you, act indifferent and don't respond. Brush his hand away or scoot away from him. When he tries to make a move, stop him. This will make him jealous and it will also make him wonder if you are having your needs met somewhere else.
9. Have a celebrity crush
Any time a sexy celebrity comes on screen, rave about how hot they are and how you would love to have a chance with them. A little celebrity crush is normal, but make sure to really make him feel uncomfortable and question himself. Make him question if you would choose the celebrity or somebody else over him. This is a sure way to make him jealous and with very little effort on your part.
10. Don't initiate conversation
Avoid texting him or calling him. If he doesn't message you, resist the urge to message him. He may not react at first but after a while he will wonder why you aren't talkative. This can even include the famed tactic of "leaving him on reading", or reading his message and allowing it to register, but then not responding. He will know that you saw his message but that you ignored it.
Conclusion
These are just some ideas that you can use if you were wondering how to make your boyfriend jealous. When you are trying to make your loved one jealous, it is important to recognize your goal, and that is to make him notice you, not break up with you. If you take these tactics too far, he may become too jealous and leave. If you use these tactics and he starts to respond, you may want to consider backing off and not going further because it may turn into a bad situation. Remember, the goal is for him to know how valuable you are, not to turn him away for good.