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I feel the need for constant reassurance - how do I stop this?

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Question - (27 December 2009) 5 Answers - (Newest, 27 December 2009)
A female United Kingdom age 41-50, *ambi1980 writes:

Dear all, I'm just looking for some advice. I have a big problem relaxing when I meet a new guy. I met a guy the other week and we all met up with our friends last night for drinks. Although he's quiet we did get on and were holding hands and kissing by the end of the night. Instead of goin home alone I invited him in my house. We slept in the same bed but that's all we did; sleep. We were both fully clothed and neither of us tried anything on.

Anyway he said he wanted to make a go of it with me but I'm

a little dubious as he only split from his ex a couple of months ago. He said this was his decision and he feels ready to move on. After he went home I didn't hear anything from him for the rest of the night. I was expecting him to text or say he had a good night. Before leaving he did say we should meet up again and maybe go for a meal. He obviously likes me and that should be enough but I feel the need for constant reassurance.

Why am I like this? What strategies could I employ to stop this behaviour? It ruins things for me because instead of going with the flow I'm always waiting for the text or call and get annoyed if it doesn't happen.

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A female reader, bambi1980 United Kingdom +, writes (27 December 2009):

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bambi1980 agony auntI did mention that maybe he shouldn't have stopped over but agreed that we were both drunk and tired. He doesn't seem to be a pushy person and is quite shy and polite. I just need to relax and take it slowly.

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A male reader, CaringGuy United Kingdom +, writes (27 December 2009):

You could try speaking to him perhaps? Maybe if you speak to him he'll go out again?

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A female reader, bambi1980 United Kingdom +, writes (27 December 2009):

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bambi1980 agony auntThanks for your answers guys. I'm afraid that I've spoiled things with this guy now. Don't want him thinking that I do that with every guy that I meet. Not sure what to do now because I would like to get to know this guy better.

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A female reader, Jessbabyy United Kingdom +, writes (27 December 2009):

Jessbabyy agony auntChill out! If he likes you and it is meant to be then he will contact you. But do things to keep you distracted and go out with some friends or ask a friend to help keep you in a happy mood? Hope I helped :) Mail me if you need firther help or didnt understand anything :) Jessbabyy x

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A male reader, CaringGuy United Kingdom +, writes (27 December 2009):

If you need reassurance, then you've been hurt before, or your self esteem is low. So take a really close look at your life and work out why it is you need reassurance. Have you been very hurt in the past by someone (it doesn't have to be a boyfriend), or have you felt deserted? The need for reassurance is directly related to your own sense of self esteem and your own security. If you're insecure, and you have low self esteem, then this will be what happens all the time. So look at your esteem, look at your confidence, and try to work at it.

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