Overly Insecure

What Are Some Signs Your Partner Is Overly Insecure?

Telltale signs your partner is overly insecure include needing constant reassurance, wanting to know what you are doing or where you are when you are not together,bringing their ex or your ex in your conversations, and constantly saying“I love you” (to confirm you love them back). That is not all; an overly insecure partner will want you to choose them over family or friends, say sorry often (to avoid ruining the relationship), and find it difficult to accept constructive criticism.

What Do You Wish All Men Knew About Dealing with A Partner’s Insecurities?

Dear men, you can’t fix your overly insecure partner.If you tried and it failed, take a step back and let them navigate their issues.

What Are Your Top Tips for Handling an Overly Insecure Partner in A Way That’s Constructive and Healthy for The Relationship and All Parties Involved?

  • Reassuring her of your love and respect
  • Depending on her (to make her feel wanted)
  • Complementing her
  • Staying in contact
  • Showing your affection in public

At What Point Should You Walk Away When a Partner Is Overly Insecure?

As a relationship expert, I strongly suggest walking away if your overly insecure partner is not showing any signs of improvement. There is a good chance the relationship will be abusive. Not good if you face its consequences-depression, anxiety, chronic pain, and difficulty entering new romantic relationships

Charlotte Cremers
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MS, University of Tartu
Sleep specialist

Using the acquired academic and professional experience, I advise patients with various complaints about mental health - depressed mood, nervousness, lack of energy and interest, sleep disorders, panic attacks, obsessive thoughts and anxieties, difficulty concentrating, and stress. In my free time, I love to paint and go on long walks on the beach. One of my latest obsessions is sudoku – a wonderful activity to calm an unease mind.

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