In any healthy relationship, both partners should feel loved, respected and safe. A healthy relationship breaks down when there is insecurity in it. Insecurity in a relationship means not trusting your partner.
Living with a sense of insecurity can be troubling. It can also create feelings of inferiority complex and self-doubt. If the signs of insecurity in a relationship are not recognized on time, it can slowly destroy the relationship.
So today relationship In this column we will talk about feelings of insecurity in relationships. You will also know that-
- How does insecurity affect relationships?
- How to get out of it?
What is insecurity in a relationship? Insecurity in a relationship means that a person is worried and uncertain about their relationship. As he progresses into the relationship, he begins to see signs of this. Insecurities also make a person feel that the partner is attached to someone else. The more you get caught up in negative thoughts, the more insecure you become.
Recognize insecurities in relationships Insecurity is common in relationships. However, too much of it can destroy the relationship. Therefore, it is important to recognize the signs of insecurity in a relationship in time. Understand its signs through the graphic below-
The negative impact of insecurity on relationships When a person feels insecure about themselves or their partner, it hurts the relationship. An insecure person feels that they are not perfect or that their partner does not like them. Feelings of insecurity can create imbalance in relationships. Due to which the relationship may break.
Apart from this, it also has a bad effect on mental health. It affects romantic relationships as well as your relationships with friends, colleagues, children and family members. Insecure people cannot trust their partner. This mistrust breeds suspicion, which weakens the relationship. If a person frequently doubts or questions their partner, it can create tension and distance in the relationship.
Due to insecurity, a person may try to check their partner's phone, social media profile or personal messages. This behavior not only makes the other person uncomfortable but can also create a lack of privacy and independence in the relationship.
How to overcome insecurities in relationships To ensure that insecurities don't dominate the relationship, it's important to understand your fears, talk openly with your partner about your feelings, and seek professional advice if needed. Apart from this there are some things by which the feeling of insecurity can be reduced. Understand this from the following graphic-
Let us now talk about the above points in detail.
Find your fearIdentify situations and topics that trigger feelings of insecurity. Make a diary for this. Write your thoughts about feeling insecure in this. This exercise can help identify situations that give rise to feelings of insecurity.
Tell your partner about your insecurities
Talk openly with your partner about your insecurities. Tell them what worries you the most. This can help your partner understand your feelings and overcome insecurities. But choosing the right time to say this is important. Many times things get resolved automatically after talking to your partner.
Share your feelings with your partner Sharing your feelings with your partner can help overcome insecurities in the relationship. During this time, share your feelings without blaming your partner. It can make the relationship stronger and deeper. Keep in mind that as well as speaking, it's important to listen to your partner.
Avoid overthinking Ignore every negative thought that comes into your mind. When such thoughts come, try to divert your attention from them. For this you can do some physical activity or meditation. Also, you can reduce overthinking by focusing on other things.
Focus on self awareness Self-awareness in a relationship means understanding your feelings, thoughts, weaknesses, challenges, and strengths. This is an important part of a healthy relationship. Self-awareness can reduce feelings of insecurity to a great extent.
Have faith in yourself and your partnerTrust is the foundation of any relationship. A relationship where there is no trust cannot last long. So it is important to believe in yourself and your partner. Feelings of insecurity hinder this. But the bond of trust can be strengthened with the help of mutual trust.
Seek medical helpWhen the feeling of insecurity overwhelms oneself and one cannot get rid of it despite trying, one can seek the help of a psychologist. They can help you overcome this feeling.
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