Relationship Insecurity: 6 Coping Strategies

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Got that insecurity in your relationship? We know, it can mess with your self-esteem. And even make it hard to trust others! This post covers the signs and causes of feeling insecure.

4 Signs of Insecurity

Insecurity often shows up in all kinds of thoughts and actions. These signs may include:

1. Always checking in on your partner and needing constant reassurance when you're apart.
2. Struggling to trust them, worrying about cheating, and feeling jealous of people in their life.
3. Doubting what they say and feeling like you need to double-check everything.
4. Constantly scared they'll break up with you and fishing for compliments to feel secure.

But Why Insecurity Happens?

Well, insecurity in a relationship can happen for a bunch of reasons. According to Wilda Harrison, some of the big ones are:

Bad Past Relationships

Did you were with untrustworthy or abusive partners before? It can mess with your head and make you doubt your current relationship, even when there's no reason to.

Low Self-Confidence

Well, if you don't feel good about yourself, it’s hard to believe your partner loves and supports you. Childhood stuff like bullying or abuse can really knock your confidence and affect your relationships later on.

Neglect or Mistreatment

Ignored or mistreated in the past? It can make you super insecure too! You might fear losing your partner and find it hard to fully trust them.

6 Coping Strategies to Reduce Insecurity in Relationships

Struggling with insecurity in your relationship? Wilda Harrison suggests these tips:

1. Figure Out Your Triggers. Pay attention to what sets off your insecurities, so you can work on the root issues.
2. Talk It Out. Be open with your partner about what makes you feel insecure and how you both can tackle it together.
3. Share Your Feelings. Use 'I' statements to express your emotions without blaming your partner.
4. Listen Up. Make an effort to really hear and understand your partner’s side.
5. Try Journaling. Writing down your thoughts can help spot patterns, and doing it as a couple could build trust.
6. Try Therapy. A therapist can offer tools and advice to help you manage and overcome insecurities."

While coping strategies can be helpful, as Wilda Harrison points out, they may not always get to the root cause of relationship insecurity.

"More intensive therapy may be needed to help someone deal with underlying trauma or deeply held beliefs about themselves. People need to realize that talking to others and using self-help techniques alone won't always help with insecurities," she notes.

The Bottom Line

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