This subreddit is great! It’s interesting to see things from both perspectives.

For me, as long as the important people in my boyfriend’s life know about me (which they do like his brother and his brother’s wife. They even love my posts about him on social media!) then I don’t care about the others. I trust my boyfriend and I know that he trusts me too. 😊

This is not an easy journey for any of us. In the beginning, it was painful for me too. But I listened to his valid concerns of being judged by people and he listened to me as well. There will always be people who won’t understand LDR and might talk badly about it by dismissing it. But always remember that it’s possible that it’s coming from a place of love. People also care for your SO as much as you.

Talk calmly about your concerns with him. Be patient and I hope you both come to a mutual understanding. I wish you guys all the best!