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Self-esteem in relationships<\/span><\/a> is vital. Some people would often talk about respect, love, communication, and intimacy, but self-esteem and relationships also go hand in hand.<\/span><\/p>\n Why is this so? What does it mean if you have low self-esteem in a relationship? How does this affect your relationship and your partner?<\/span><\/p>\n Self-esteem is important for each and every one of us.<\/span><\/p>\n It’s your opinions, beliefs, and even how you view yourself that determines how you perceive and value yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n But the thing is, self-esteem is different for each person, and it changes depending on life experiences, <\/span>past relationships<\/span><\/a>, and how you talk to yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n Unfortunately, if you have low self-esteem, it could affect not only your work, and productivity but also your relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n Self-esteem and <\/span>relationship psychology<\/span><\/a> are connected because they affect a person’s attachment style. It also predicts if your love for each other will survive.<\/span><\/p>\n According to Silvana Mici<\/a>, a licensed psychologist:<\/p>\n From a therapist’s perspective, I believe that people with low self-esteem may feel insecure in their relationships, constantly seeking reassurance from their partner and fearing rejection or abandonment.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n But first, we want to understand what causes low self-esteem.<\/span><\/p>\n Life is different for everyone. There may be events that could change your self-esteem. Here are some examples:<\/span><\/p>\n Some people could take these experiences and overcome them, but it’s difficult. Some deal with it, but unknowingly, their self-esteem is affected. <\/span><\/p>\n Dr. Paul Conti, M.D., a psychiatrist and expert in treating trauma, discusses dealing with trauma, along with the other aspects of human challenges. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>What causes low self-esteem?<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n