Insecurity in a relationship can come in different ways including due to a loss of confidence or when one feels they are being taken for for granted. Whatever the case, a man’s insecurity may be a wake-up call to fix that relationship or the red flag that one needs to avoid at all costs.
Unfortunately, it is not often that you can detect these signs and that is why we have put some signs for you to know about insecure men.
10 Signs to Know an Insecure Man
1. Goes Into Defense Mode at the Slightest Confrontation
An insecure man may not have to spell out that you are not on the same page. However, a telltale sign can be his being defensive at the slightest confrontation. On a closer look, some users on Reddit think that this is a pointer to deeper issues that he is unable to communicate.
One User noted that her man would never communicate his grievance but once she brings up a topic, he would quickly become so defensive. Another also noted that her man’s only goal was to hurt her due to insecurity by going into a defensive mode when they argued.
2. Constant Need to Have a Girlfriend No Matter How He Feels About
If you cannot stand being single or without a partner, you may be an insecure man. This desire for companionship without regard for the other person may be because they are scared of being lonely or even fear of being seen as a failure.
3. Being Secretive with His Phone
A lack of openness is a sign of trying to hide something. It may be something we are embarrassed about or not comfortable dealing with at times, it can be a sign of insecurity.
An insecure is likely going to be very secretive about his phone because he is hiding something.
4. He is Always Jealous
Jealousy is one of the most obvious signs of insecurity and this is because it cannot be hidden. First, it starts from a place of fear about different things such as rejection, abandonment, and even the feeling of being inadequate. in simple terms, jealousy is a fear of losing something and it may push a man to be insecure.
This message is sent to the brain and the reaction is what is exhibited as jealousy. Scientist state that jealousy is mostly caused by insecurity instead of love.
5. A Constant Need for Reassurance
When a man wants to constantly hear words of affirmation about himself or his looks, you may want to pay attention to such a person. While speaking words of affirmation is some people’s love language, too much of it can be a result of insecurity.
6. Low Self Esteem
This is one of the signs of insecurity and it can be observed in a person’s actions. In most instances, a man suffering from low self-esteem second-guesses himself and his abilities.
This in turn can lead to problems whether in his relationship with others or his mental health. Also, this trait may explain his jealousy and abuse.
7. Clinginess
An insecure man is likely going to seek constant reassurance and in the process, he will cling to you to get this. In a relationship, he is likely to appear as a well of needs, and only you can fulfill this, hence his clinginess.
In the end, this insatiable desire for attachment and attention will cause problems.
8. Perfectionism
This type of man would want things to be done with a certain precision even when it is not needed. Such a man would go as far as having a flawless lifestyle and when their partner is not so keen on perfection, the relationship is likely going to cause issues between them.
Infact, it leads to many insecurities.
9. Always Comparing Yourself to Your Partner’s Ex
Overthinking can be a negative thing especially when it pushes you to want to constantly know your partner’s whereabouts and what they are doing. Insecurity sets in and you begin to question their past relationship and compare yourself to their ex.
This needs to compare their relationship and the one they had with their ex may be a sign of insecurity.
10. Emotionally Unavailable
This can be a sign of an insecure man who is likely hiding past traumas or fear. As a result, they emotionally detach themselves and do not open up because they fear rejection or being hurt again.
See Also: How Insecure Are You? 10 Simple Ways To Know
Some Quick Ways to Deal with Insecurity in Men
- Share what you discover with your partner and be truthful about how you feel and what makes you uncomfortable.
- To overcome low self-esteem, you need to show yourself some self-love
- To deal with your overbearing need for perfectionism, you should be more accommodating of your partner and individual differences.
- In place of comparison, learn to appreciate your partner and the relationship you share
- To deal with clinginess, learn to establish boundaries
