Jealousy is a natural part of almost any relationship. It doesn't necessarily have to be rational (indeed, it usually isn't), and if you feel jealous this doesn't mean that you're somehow a lesser person. The mark of your worth as a person is less in the presence of jealousy and more in how you deal with it and express it. If you start fights, act irrationally and generally let the jealousy control you, then you are not dealing with it in a healthy way. If, however, you can express it in different ways, then you can mitigate its effects on your relationship.
Distraction
If you see your significant other talking to someone and he looks like he's being (in your mind) overly flirtatious, relax and take a minute before you say or do something. However, this is easier said than done. Rather than just try to relax, you should distract yourself -- talk to someone else, or occupy yourself with something else. If you have to focus on something unrelated to your significant other you will not be able to focus on how he is making you feel, which will put the jealous feelings to the side.
Discussion
It is acceptable to talk about jealousy with your significant other, as long as it is in a rational manner. If, for example, you and your partner are out for the evening and you feel like she has been overly flirtatious with other men, you should bring this up when you get home. If you do so in a private setting it is easier to have a calm, rational discussion about it rather than a public, irrational fight.
Self-Esteem
Jealousy ultimately comes from within. If you feel jealous, it is more because you have low self-esteem and, at some level, don't believe that your significant other could want to be with you. You can boost your self-esteem by spending time doing things that make you feel good about yourself. Take on a special project at work, take up a hobby, or do essentially anything that reminds you that you are a high-quality person who deserves your partner's love and affection.
Perspective
Give yourself some perspective by pretending a friend has come to you with the same problem you are facing with your significant other. Try to think of what you would say to your friend; you will often find that when you are looking at these situations from an outside perspective their irrationality and general absurdity come into sharp focus. By highlighting these irrationalities you can better understand the reality of the situation and let your jealousy go.
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