It's bad to dictate what your significant other can do.
Linda has a partner who is getting awfully close to their friend who seems flirty.
Linda wants to stop the friend from getting too close.
Linda calmly explains how she feels to her partner in a heartfelt way.
Linda scolds her partner and forbids him from interacting with the friend.
Linda's partner understands and gives her the reassurance that she needs.
Linda's partner feels angry with her because he is mistrusted and controlled.