Here are signs that you have a mama’s boy:
-The infamous “this-is-how-mama-does-it” comparisons will piss a sista off faster than anything. I don’t want to hear what your momma did and how she did it.
-He tells her everything. As soon as you’ve communicated your desires, the words can’t leave your mouth fast enough before he’s on the phone with her.
-He still lives at home. Yeah, I know people fall on hard times, but if he ain’t never left the house, then there’s a problem.
-He’s her emotional crutch. Every crisis she has turns into a full-blown meltdown. He’s her confidante and best friend.
Yes, we crave love from our men and desire sensitivity and thoughtfulness that can come from a mama’s boy. But if he idolizes her and expects you to be just like her, it’s time for you to step.
Relationships are about a team, which doesn’t include his mother as the plus-one.
Anissa D. Blair is an Atlanta-based author and blogger with a passion for writing and being a mother and wife. In her blog, “Straight, No Chaser,” she represents everyday women “just trying to cope doing average s—” and covers all topics — from the good, the bad and the ugly of navigating through life’s obstacles and roadblocks, to building and keeping successful relationships while trying to maintain your sanity. No taboo topics here. You can read her work at rollingout.com/anissa/ and follow her on social media @anissadblair on Instagram and @anissablair on Facebook.
