A few common reasons those feelings of inadequacy can develop:
- Having an overly critical partner who puts you down
- Unresolved wounds from past relationships
- Low self-esteem or insecurities that get projected onto the relationship
- Unrealistic comparisons to others
The most important thing is learning to love and validate yourself. Build yourself up with positive self-talk, spend time with supportive friends and family, and pursue hobbies that make you feel confident. Couples counseling can also help you and your partner learn to communicate in an affirming way.
Remember, you deserve to feel cherished and valued in your relationship. Don’t settle for less! Keeping an eye on his phone and location with a monitoring tool like mSpy can help rebuild trust if it’s been broken.
Feel free to keep reaching out for support as you navigate this. Sending hugs!