We’ve all had that person in our lives who constantly needs reassurance. Whether it’s your partner asking, “Do you really love me?” for the tenth time this week, your mom needing praise every time she tries something new, or a coworker who looks to you for approval on every decision, these interactions can leave you feeling exhausted, frustrated, and even resentful.
But why are some people like this? And, more importantly, what can you do to manage these relationships while staying compassionate and maintaining your boundaries? In today’s episode, I’ll answer all your questions and give you my five-step process for what you can do to create more balanced and healthy relationships, so stay tuned!
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Ask Dr. Abby: I Feel Unloved and Not Good Enough. Is This a Me Problem Or Is My Partner Causing It?
The Secrets to Effectively Dealing with Stress and Anxiety Part Two
How to Cope When a Loved One Has Borderline Personality Disorder
How Childhood Trauma Affects Relationships
How to Overcome Your Fear of Rejection and Abandonment
How Your Attachment Style Affects Your Personal Relationships
Empathy in Relationships Is the Key to Connection and Communication
Boundaries: How to Identify Them and How to Hold Them
Three Steps to Loving Detachment