Is jealousy healthy in a relationship in your opinion?

@Stark I do agree with you...to an extent. As I said in my reply, it is a normal and natural emotion that should be kept under control and it is unhealthy and can be detrimental to a relationship if it is left unchecked (and that DOES show a lack of trust). However, even though trust is something given and placed in someone, it is also something that is earned and should be honored as well. If a partner is giving a little too much time and attention to someone outside the relationship (it could be a friend or family member and not just a possible love interest), jealousy will arise over time and there is nothing that can be done to stop it no matter how hard we try...and that too can lead to problems in a relationship because resentment can build. That's why I said it can be damaging/destructive to a relationship, but it can also be good for it too (if it is handled wisely).

@indyjoe I don’t think it’s healthy especially if you’re getting jealous over a friend or family member. I’m pretty close to my family especially my mom and we hangout pretty regularly. Just because it’s normal doesn’t mean it’s healthy. We can just agree to disagree it’s really no biggie. Lol

@Stark I am not talking about close friends or family...I was talking when those people take up most or all of your partner's time and attention (and it does happen). Being in a relationship/marriage doesn't mean that you turn your back on friends and family (that would not be healthy), but when you're in a committed relationship/marriage, your partner is (or should be) your #1 priority above all others.