{"id":20100,"date":"2020-08-30T09:10:21","date_gmt":"2020-08-30T16:10:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/datemixstaging.wpengine.com\/?p=20100"},"modified":"2021-05-31T07:49:20","modified_gmt":"2021-05-31T14:49:20","slug":"insecurities-in-relationships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zoosk.com\/date-mix\/relationship-advice\/relationship-problems\/insecurities-in-relationships\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Identify And Overcome Insecurities In Relationships"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In a relationship, both partners deserve to feel loved, respected, and comfortable. But when there are insecurities in relationships, these ideals are pretty tricky to achieve. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of course, it\u2019s natural to feel insecure from time to time. But there\u2019s a big difference between sometimes feeling less than and being made to feel inadequate by your partner or relationship. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In order for you to mend the insecurities in your relationships, you first need to spot them. So here\u2019s our advice on how to identify and mend them.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 Signs of Insecurities in Relationships<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fear of losing your mate<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One sign that you’re feeling<\/span> insecurities in relationships is the constant fear of losing your mate. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you often worry that your partner is more interested in other people, even though they assure you they\u2019re not? Feeling this way can be stressful and make you act out.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So how do you tackle this fear? By practicing trust. Regularly sit down and have an open conversation with your partner about how you\u2019re feeling. Be honest and explain to them your insecurities and expectations. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A supportive, caring partner should respond positively to this. Discuss the root of fear that they\u2019ll leave you and what you can do, together and apart, to work on this.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re truly concerned that you’ll not be able to trust your mate, then perhaps the issue is not your insecurities in relationships. Maybe this relationship is simply not the correct path for you. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If so, move forward with the people who do support and love you! A supportive network is key to a happier life. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Insecurities in relationships equal jealousy<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Studies show that there’s a certain level of<\/span> jealousy in a relationship<\/span><\/a> that is considered healthy. After all, you’re in a committed relationship. Of course, you don\u2019t want someone else breaking what you\u2019ve built together. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, there\u2019s a point where healthy jealousy turns into consuming insecurity. Common signs of jealousy include:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n