3. Don’t make him responsible for all of your needs.
It’s not our fault. Society romanticizes the idea that it takes two halves of people coming together to make a whole. We’re conditioned to look for the person who “completes” us. We even refer to our loved ones as “my other half” — or worse — “my better half.”
The truth is, expecting that another human being can somehow fix us by filling a void within us is simply unfair. In reality the only way to feel whole is to complete ourselves by living a full and satisfying life.
Don’t let insecurity or low self-worth sabotage a relationship with real potential. If you’re struggling with low self-esteem, make a commitment to work through these feelings with a counselor or use self-esteem building tools.
When you stop expecting your partner to be responsible for your happiness, you eliminate pressure and drama. A surprising bonus: without that pressure, most guys will freely and willingly do things to make you happy. It’s a win-win for everyone!
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