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How can I stop being insecure in my relationship?

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How can I stop being insecure in my relationship?
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MellowTree
July 25th, 2015 3:56am
Being secure in a relationship is very important. Seeking assurance through reality is the most important. The focus should not be on confusing imagination with reality. Each partner must share and communicate what is on their mind and in turn will result in open communicative relationship.
Anonymous
June 24th, 2015 4:27am
Insecureness in a relationship comes from anxiety. What an individual thinks is what an individual imagines, it is best to stop being insecure, by mainly stop worrying and thinking about the positives in your relationship. More importantly, to do not jump to conclusions.
JustineElizabeth
August 6th, 2015 1:56pm
It may be important to start by challenging your thinking to examine if your insecurities are stemming from faulty thinking or thoughts that are not based on real events.
Vaux
June 9th, 2016 12:36pm
Communication is key in any good and healthy relationship. Talk it out with your partner, that way they can make you feel more at ease.
Anonymous
April 4th, 2015 8:24am
You need to trust your partner, you got to have faith that they won't ever hurt you, if you don't trust them then it's time to walk away.
CHETAN
December 31st, 2015 7:00pm
First it’s your relationship with yourself which you really need to work on. It all starts from accepting yourself. It’s impossible for somebody to accept you if you can’t accept yourself. Love yourself the way you are and be proud of everything that you do, even your mistakes. Because even mistakes mean you are trying. People don’t love us because we are perfect. Had it’s been the case, nobody would have found love as nobody is perfect. People love us because how we make them feel about themselves. Love is all about accepting, specially accepting the things which are imperfect. So, if it is a real relationship there is no point of feeling insecure. Otherwise you still have to find somebody who can love you the way you are.
Steelymic
January 13th, 2016 8:22pm
Try to remember that there are over 7 billion people on this world and only one of you. Everything that you are is utterly unique to you. If someone is with with you - they are with YOU. For all that you are. That includes the things you love about yourself, the things you might not like about yourself and all the things in the middle - the things you don't even see in yourself. Think about why you are insecure? Are they triggers? Is this a pattern? If you can't talk to your partner about this, talk to a close friend if you can.
martigue
January 1st, 2016 3:45am
Learning how to boost your self esteem is hugely important to do. It helps ease insecurities in all areas of your life, including relationships.
Anonymous
January 6th, 2016 5:04pm
I am an easily jealous person who can get jealous when I see my girlfriend talking with some other guys randomly. Eventually, I realised I overthink too much and noticed that I don't appreciate myself enough. I would suggest you to learn to love yourself by telling yourself that you love who you are every morning. You need to learn to love yourself before you can feel secure in a relationship because only then will you know how lovable you are :)
AboveAllisLove
July 24th, 2015 10:42am
Well, that's a very vague question :) What makes you feel insecure? If it's your partner, then you'll have to rethink the whole relationship! Relationship is about being relational- hopefully, positively relational. But that's not always the case, is it? It's a struggle to love yourself if the one you love makes you feel incompetent. If your partner doesn't treat you amazingly, for no reason at all, then leave the relationship. If it does not make you happy, simply leave. If it's an issue with yourself, well, maybe work yourself out first before getting in a relationship. Loving yourself may look daunting for now, but believe me, it's even harder to love when you cannot even love yourself :) Looking for a positive relationship? Just leave me a message :)
Anonymous
July 22nd, 2015 10:04pm
By becoming secure in yourself. Until you are confident in who you are as a person, your insecurities will naturally manifest themselves in every area of your life. Try recognizing what some of your strengths and weaknesses are, and improving on each of them in turn.
CallMeBuffy
January 8th, 2018 7:51pm
Communication. I cannot stress this enough. Talk to your partner, trust them. If you have worries, try and explain why, what it is. It's better to talk it out than to internalise it all
Anonymous
July 8th, 2015 1:23am
It depends on the situation. If you and your partner and treating each other well, yet you feel lesser or inferior to them, you should consider taking some time to yourself. No, that doesn't necessarily mean breaking up if you are happy with this person. But the first step to a healthy relationship is independent confidence. If your partner is bringing you down emotionally and/or physically, find the strength to end it. It will be hard at first. You will want to sob. You will regret it. But then, looking back, you won't regret it. You'll smile and realize you did the right thing. If you are happy with your relationship, you are confident, and your partner treats you well, there can still be other outside stressers like people who judge you as a couple or unapproving family members. Either overcome and learn to work past these negative comments or hear out those doubters because, if they are loved ones, their input may be more valuable than you think.
Lucie27
July 8th, 2015 1:28pm
In my relationships, I've always felt very insecure- so this is a question I can really relate to! Its helpful to remind yourself that your partner is with you because they choose to be. They could leave you, but they dont... they want to be with YOU and nobody else. It helps me to remember this when I feel anxious about how things are.
lovelyOcean15
July 9th, 2015 7:22pm
To me, everyone is probably insecure in a new relationship. But as time goes by, insecurity would decrease.
Anonymous
March 31st, 2016 7:16pm
What makes you insecure in your relationship? Have you talked to your partner? Have you talked to a relationship counselor with your partner maybe?
Tinkerbell1990
July 12th, 2015 9:00pm
ask yourself if someone was checking up on you how would you feel. walk in someone elses shoes for a minute and decide what you would feel. if you ave no reason other than a bad feeling then work on learning to trust
Toeknee
July 16th, 2015 4:34am
You need to work on yourself and realize that you are a great person to be with. Know that the person you are seeing is with you for a reason. Jealousy and insecurities ruin relationships
TranquilLynx84
March 18th, 2016 8:51pm
First, understand that it is not at all uncommon to feel insecure in a relationship. You are not alone. Second, know that there are ways to feel more confident -- by trusting your intuition, taking the time to fully process your feelings, and being kind to yourself without judgment -- and third, to reach out and talk with a listener at 7cups.com.
Anonymous
January 9th, 2016 9:14pm
Insecurity is just a construct you created for yourself, and the moment you realize that your relationship isn't fully dependent on your seen good qualities, you will stop being insecure. Your lover won't see the imperfections you do, whether its the way your laugh sounds or the way your nose crinkles. Chances are, your significant other even finds your insecurities adorable since they're a part of you.
interestingUnicorns12
July 22nd, 2015 3:04am
You have to start by working on yourself. Thats a problem you have that is coming out in the relationship you're in right now. Speaking from prior experience better yourself, and control your thoughts. We all get negative thoughts but we are stronger than our mind. The mind will always play tricks on you. Unless you have reasons for feeling insecure.
livefree24
July 22nd, 2015 5:23am
you can stop being insecure by having respect for yourself. Having respect for yourself, your body and your significant other will change things. You need to be able to voice your opinion and make sure the relationship is two ways, not just one person dictating on what happens.
AlyStar
January 6th, 2016 5:28pm
By believing in yourself and trusting that you're more than enough you don't need anybody but yourself to be happy
Anonymous
August 6th, 2015 2:41am
An insecurity in a relationship is rooted in an insecurity with oneself; if you are not a happy person, being in a relationship offers hollow happiness. It's like eating junk food when you are hungry, you will be full for a little bit but soon you are hungry again. Being happy with who you are is like eating protein; you are full for a long time. I know that when I am insecure with myself, being in a relationship will only flesh those insecurities out into the surface.
GraceWithTheRedVines5972
August 2nd, 2015 9:39pm
Insecurity tends to go away when you spend more time with one another. The more you know about one another, the more flaws you learn about and then you feel more comfortable with your own flaws.
taciturnessence
December 18th, 2015 1:15am
A relationship is a big step, I think that by being in a relationship you already faced and overcame many insecurities with yourself even if you didn't realize, soif you are already in a relationship you are not just dealing with your emotionsa and the best for your security and wellness in all states but also of other person, so there's a bond between you, in which you shouldn't feel insecure about, you should probably just remember the reason why you and that person got together and realize of all the things that bring you together instead of the ones that tear you apart and if after placing the goods and the bads of the relation is very important to keep connection with your partner and tell them how you feel and all of your problems they probably will understand or at least try because they obviously care for your wellness and if they don't you shouldn't stay with that person, you can always work on your relation, make the bond stronger but if you realize that the relation is not making any good or is making you suffer in any way you just end it, and focus on yourself. (not that abrupt though, always try to understand your partner too)
Anonymous
December 11th, 2015 9:52am
By embracing the fact that NOTHING is for FOREVER. Accept that people will change. Accept that being insecure means that you love the person.
MusicalVision
August 16th, 2015 8:17pm
The most important thing in a relationship is loving yourself and being self-confident, only that way a relationship works ;) And communication too! When both talk about what are they feeling and try to help each other, everything is beautiful
caringWillow37
August 7th, 2015 4:18am
What do you think a RELATIONSHIP is all about? Don't you think TRUST plays a vital role.The reason for insecurity is the lack of trust on other person which might hamper your realtions.You don't want your partner to call you always n at anytime that might become a frustration after repetitive steps. All you have to do is be realistic and try to see the actual sight of love in the partner's actions as well as thoughts.Share appropriate amount of feelings with your partner and explain him the "insecurity " you go through when he/she talks with another person of opposite sex.Am sure both will be having the same problems as it's a part of human psychology......This is how you should maintain your relationships....There should not be even a slight of insecurity when he/she checks your Mobile phone whether you are doing smthng that the partner has in mind. .. Be it open minded
Mortley88
August 8th, 2015 1:39am
Communication, communication, communication. Check out the relationship advice of Dan Savage. If you don't like him, talk to a listener here on 7 Cups about what makes you feel insecure in your relationship.