My girlfriend thinks I'm being controlling when I text to make sure she got home safe, but she takes rideshares alone at night and I just want to know she's okay.
More people experience this than they realize.
Your protective concern expresses itself in ways that feel invasive to the person you're trying to keep safe.
“Where Are You with Personal Safety & Emergency Preparedness?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.