Let's be real. There seems to be this idea floating around in certain groups of people that a woman needs her boyfriend's approval to dress a certain way or act a certain way.

However, none of this is true.

Unless you're making a choice that may actively affect him (meaning, he has more than just an opinion involved), then DO YOU, GIRL. This does not mean that you can't ask your boyfriend's opinion on how your butt looks today. I'm talking about when people assume that their boyfriend has the right to control what they say, wear, or do even if it does not make a difference in his life. These people need to realize that they are their own person, and they have authority over themselves.

So, here are 13 decisions that don't require your boyfriend's approval (although there are probably an infinite amount).

1. Cutting your hair

Your body, your choice.

2. Coloring your hair

You do you, boo.

3. Showing some skin

Some men seem to think that they own their girlfriends' bodies. Boy, bye.

4. Whether you wear makeup or not

Do whatever it is you're feeling that day.

5. Taking birth control

You get to decide that you don't want to get pregnant.

6. What you eat

Pasta? Great. Salad? Awesome. Chocolate? Wonderful. Eat what you want.

7. How much you eat

The same thing applies.

8. Drinking alcohol

Be like Beyonce, drink what makes you happy.

9. Going out with friends

You're allowed to have a life outside of your boyfriend.

10. Having friends of the opposite sex

News flash: friendship is a thing that can happen between any two individuals.

11. Whether you shave or not

Don't want to shave your legs? Then don't. You get to make that choice.

12. Talking to their friends/family

They are also their own people. If you feel the need to get the 'okay' from your boyfriend for your own comfort, that's okay, but it's not a requirement.

13. Leaving him

Of course, it should be discussed first. Talk about your issues and address them, and don't ghost him. You can make the choice to end the relationship, though.