So many relationships end because one person is jealous, and there really is nothing going on. I think being open and honest about the things that make you uncomfortable or jealous is a great way to keep a relationship going and make it last.

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-Brittany Brydahl

There can be many reasons for jealousy - upbringing, past experiences, general lack of trust. Sometimes it can be helped, other times the person is so caught up in the thought of being cheated on that there is not much you can do to prove them wrong. In any case, being open and upfront certainly helps in a relationship.

Great points. Ya, I think someone's past is a major influence on how they're going to act in a relationship. My ex had been cheated on and so he was constantly freaking out and acting as if I'd cheated and it was just very overwhelming. Sad thing is, I did end up cheating. Ick!

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-Brittany Brydahl

I knew a guy who was convinced that all women were liars. So he'd doubt anything you tell him. It was the strangest thing. I always speak the truth, and I am used to people taking what I say as it is; but this fellow kept questioning everything. I can't imagine being in a relationship with someone like that, even though he was a nice man.

being open and very honest to your partner would mean a lot. try to bring him / her also whenever you go out with friends to build trust.

I agree abeja. Being honest and open is the only way a relationship will last. Putting each others insecurities out in the open allows you to deal with them as a couple and not individually.

I will add acceptance as well. For me based on my experiences, both parties must accept whatever insecurities or past they've been through and refrain from talking it back...

I guess this will be a big help, what do you think guys?

Jealousy usually stems from low self-esteem and unfortunately poisons the relationship. I've known people who have completely ruined their relationships because of their jealous attitudes. It's pretty sad...