9. He wants to show that he’s tolerant
“If I get controlling, I’m afraid that she would think I’m less of a man.” Some guys pretend that they are not bothered about what you get up to away from him, so that they don’t seem like somebody who insists on knowing every last detail. If you feel comfortable with the freedom you have in your relationship, you could compliment your boyfriend by saying something like, “I’m so lucky to have an understanding boyfriend like you.”