

{"id":78332,"date":"2022-06-13T09:20:49","date_gmt":"2022-06-13T09:20:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/?p=78332"},"modified":"2024-05-09T08:52:58","modified_gmt":"2024-05-09T08:52:58","slug":"signs-she-is-afraid-of-losing-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/signs-she-is-afraid-of-losing-you\/","title":{"rendered":"23 Obvious Signs She Is Afraid of Losing You"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-78337\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/New-Project-2022-06-13T143312.499.jpg\" alt=\"Woman hugging man from back \" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people harbor a fear of losing their partner, whether it stems from a previous rejection or traumatic loss from the past. The defensiveness acts as protection from experiencing similar pain despite it preventing partners from developing the sort of connection most long for in a partnership.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a new relationship, especially each person faces a &ldquo;fear of the unknown,&rdquo; with neither knowing what to anticipate. Still, this can be amplified when one partner shows signs she is afraid of losing you.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The obvious choice then for this partner is to avoid the potential risks associated with falling in love by keeping the emotions in check. That means disallowing exposure to vulnerability or giving trust to this individual.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Love triggers deep-seated fear; the greater the emotion, the more fear of losing you. It is vital to comprehend and sort through the underlying cause of being afraid and learn how it&rsquo;s preventing opportunities for fulfilling, healthy, and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/signs-of-a-committed-relationship\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">committed partnerships<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-does-it-mean-to-be-scared-to-lose-someone\"><\/span><b>What does it mean to be scared to lose someone?&nbsp;<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Defining what it means to have a fear of loss is a tough one. We&rsquo;re not sure any of us really know what it means to &ldquo;fear loss,&rdquo; except that <\/span><b>when you love someone, and that person is no longer in your life, the pain is immeasurable.&nbsp;<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No one wants to experience that grief.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We can all say we suffer to a degree from what is referred to as thanatophobia.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The reasons why a partner might be scared to lose you are many. Lots of people, again, fear losing their partner, if not all of us. Still, not many thoroughly understand it or know for sure what it stems from.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be compelling for some individuals, causing them to concentrate specifically on being afraid of that loss. For these people, it can be related to a previous rejection or a past traumatic loss, or even magnified personal insecurities.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps this partner is not necessarily treating you the best, and rightfully should leave, but there&rsquo;s a part of you that holds tight, refusing to let go. Why? Comfortability, familiarity?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I would let go &ndash; would you? Everyone is different, expresses loss differently, and experiences it uniquely. It has a whole other meaning for each of us as individuals.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some are terrified of it and avoid it at all costs; others are stronger and can withstand it. What does it mean? It&rsquo;s subjective, really.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wporg-box\"><div class=\"\"><span class=\"wporg_heading\">RELATED READING : <\/span><span class=\"wporg_title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/signs-she-regrets-losing-you\/\" title=\"25 Telltale Signs She Regrets Losing You and Misses You\">25 Telltale Signs She Regrets Losing You and Misses You<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-causes-a-girl-to-be-scared-of-losing-you\"><\/span><b>What causes a girl to be scared of losing you?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There can be many reasons she doesn&rsquo;t want to lose you. If the partner has tremendous love for you, the loss would be excruciating. The idea of losing love might be a reminder of a previous rejection dealt with that might have been harsh.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps <\/span><b>the<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/8-signs-you-are-insecure-in-your-relationship\/\"> <b>individual has insecurities<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> bordering on the extreme, causing them to be afraid of you walking away at any moment due to a feeling of them not deserving of you as a partner.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It could be genuinely anything from <\/span><b>past trauma from a poor childhood to an emotional disorder. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A priority is the ability to express being afraid. Once it&rsquo;s recognized, better decisions are afforded because there is a &ldquo;why.&rdquo;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"23-signs-she-is-afraid-of-losing-you\"><\/span><b>23 signs she is afraid of losing you<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-78335\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/New-Project-2022-06-13T143503.912.jpg\" alt=\"Relaxing lesbian couple\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally, as people start to fall in love, there is an emotional vulnerability associated. However, for some partners, while you are vital, you&rsquo;ll find barriers or emotional walls around their hearts to prevent pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you recognize the inability to commit or desire to do so in the present moment, it&rsquo;s essential to avoid having a partner fall for you due to the potential harm it can cause.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you do become involved with a partner in a partnership, it&rsquo;s vital to hold yourself responsible for protecting your partner from hurt, particularly when you note signs she doesn&rsquo;t want to lose you. Some of those include:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Your girlfriend prioritizes you<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In an effort to ensure you never become upset, instead, feel happy with how the partnership flows, your partner will ensure that you are the priority and everything else comes after.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.listennotes.com\/podcasts\/the-research-her\/63-settling-for-less-in--zdIVqODu8y\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">podcast<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with Dr. Stephanie S. Spielmann discusses partners who settle for less in romantic partnerships for fear of being single.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Appearance is vital<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A partner who is scared of losing you will put particular time and attention into their appearance, often going above and beyond. That can mean looking too good for even casual occasions to ensure you find them attractive and will seek approval for their effort.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Transforming to develop an emotional connection with you<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among the signs she is afraid of losing you is a willingness to change who she is to please you.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you express dissatisfaction with a particular trait or a dislike for a specific habit, the partner will go to great lengths to improve those things. The desire is to be the best partner you&rsquo;ve had and will have.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. The epitome of the perfect mate<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In that same vein, as the perfect mate, this partner wants to ensure that they meet any possible standard you might have in order to call them your best significant other yet.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the partner wants to possess positive characteristics that you appreciate, this can be a negative because no one should stray from being an authentic version of themself in order to make another person happy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Decisions are easy<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signs she loves you but is scared of losing you dictate that any decisions that need to be made are relatively easy because they often revolve around what you prefer.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A partner afraid of losing you won&rsquo;t want to involve themselves in conflict. While there will be suggestions, ultimately, the decision will be yours to make.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>6. The partner is easily made jealous<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another sign that she is afraid of losing someone is her tendency towards jealousy, which leads her to worry that an attraction might develop when she interacts with another person.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That can even include work colleagues, people you follow on social networks, or mere friends, all of whom she tends to stalk on their sites.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-78334\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/New-Project-2022-06-13T143536.271.jpg\" alt=\"Young couple talking in park \" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<h3><b>7. There is a discussion about the fears<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your partner expresses fear that you will leave, and you sense her paranoia over losing you. In some instances, when they fall in love, some people develop anxiety or pain at the thought of that person leaving or losing that individual.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can cause some people to fight their feelings in order to avoid the trauma. Check out this<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.roomofonesown.com\/book\/9781803034720\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">book<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on insecurity and fearing abandonment in relationships.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>8. Crying is not difficult<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When sharing feelings concerning the fact that she is afraid of losing you, the partner is not challenged by showing emotion or crying in front of you when expressing that she loves you but is scared.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"research_highlight\"><p><\/p><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>9. A strong partner but sharing weaknesses<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you see signs she is afraid of losing you, it&rsquo;s essential to treat her with more sensitivity. Even a strong partner has weaknesses. You have the potential to break trust and cause exceptional hurt.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That doesn&rsquo;t mean you can never walk away from the partnership. You need to do so with exceptional forethought and respect.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relationships sometimes don&rsquo;t work out, and even individuals with fear of loss need to be able to come to terms with that if the two of you end up not being compatible.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>10. Your faults are accepted<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A partner with a fear of losing you often has a much higher tolerance of those little quirks and flaws that can sometimes become annoying after some time together.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While she might offer a comment or make a suggestion here and there, these are not as burdensome as they might be to many, and she prefers to avoid conflict.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>11. Reconciliation is first and foremost if there is a disagreement<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of who might have initiated the argument, a partner will not want to let go of you so readily, instead preferring to settle the dispute with an apology and an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/333185000_Marital_Reconciliation\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">attempt at reconciliation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That doesn&rsquo;t mean your partner is always the one to blame for the issues that arise in the couplehood, only that your significant other prefers to salvage the union with their best effort.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>12. Discussions on the future tend to include you<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your relationship progresses to the point of discussing the future, it will show that she doesn&rsquo;t intend to let you go as far as her future is concerned.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most likely, any plans made will include the two of you, and the anticipation will be that you&rsquo;ll do the same.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>13. Affection is a priority<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A partner will want to ensure that you know that you&rsquo;re cared for and share<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/emotional-intimacy\/emotional-connection-between-two-loving-partners\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">an emotional connection<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> unlike any other. One way is by being so affectionate.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your partner will always show excitement to see you, engage in open and honest conversations, physically touch and hold you, and express how much love they have for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some ways your partner might be showing affection in the relationship. You can also use these tips to reciprocate some love:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>14. The partner will crave your attention<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In that same vein, the partner will hope to receive the same attention from you and do what&rsquo;s necessary to make this easy, like encouraging walks after dinner, hand-holding, and planning date nights.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the partner will avoid bombarding the phone with a million phone calls and texts throughout the day, they will, instead, hope you&rsquo;ll be thinking of and missing them enough to send your own message or maybe a quick call since you&rsquo;re both busy when you&rsquo;re apart.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-78333\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/New-Project-2022-06-13T143622.120.jpg\" alt=\"Senior couple going for walk \" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<h3><b>15. Investments in the relationship are important<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signs she is afraid of losing you mean that a partner will invest in the relationship in many different ways, including emotionally, mentally, physically, and often financially.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The partner won&rsquo;t be afraid to take their turn in wining and dining you or showering you with kind gestures to show how they feel, nothing expensive or lavish, just tokens to express the fact they care.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>16. No one else compares<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, when you notice signs she is afraid of losing you, you&rsquo;ll recognize there&rsquo;s no need for jealousy. This partner only has eyes for you, with no one else getting a second glance.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even when there&rsquo;s an event or social gathering where other people are mingling and being flirty, a partner who has a fear of losing you will not be phased by the interactions of the evening.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>17. A partner is loyal and faithful<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In that same vein, you can count on a partner who fears losing you to be<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/loyalty-in-relationships\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">loyal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/steps-to-becoming-a-supportive-partner\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">supportive<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and faithful.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The individual can be counted on to encourage and motivate in every situation, whether it be a career opportunity, a life event or milestone, or chasing dreams; it&rsquo;s their intention always to cheer you on, standing in your corner as a faithful companion would.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>18. The partner is entirely selfless<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of all the signs she is afraid of losing you, the most endearing is her selflessness. She ensures to give of herself so freely without asking for anything in return.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need a ride to the airport, she&rsquo;s there; if you need food when you&rsquo;re ill, she cooks; if you need help with a project for a deadline and colleagues are unavailable, she does her best; she is a gem.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>19. Your partner is a flirt<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only at home, but when you go out on the town, your partner likes people to recognize that you belong to them and are the best-looking person in the room to stroke your ego.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This person will flirt and show you off so everyone is aware of your presence but not so aware that anyone has the opportunity to get close because that would arouse jealousy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>20. Your partner values and seeks your opinions<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A partner is very interested in what you have to say and will seek your opinion on every topic. Your thoughts are valuable. The two of you generally engage in deep conversations.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When there are challenges or difficulties in any life circumstance, the individual will look to you for advice and often check with you on their decisions to see if they were the best ones for that situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>21. Increased communication efforts<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A partner who fears losing you might increase their efforts to communicate. This can manifest as more frequent calls, texts, or emails, especially when you are apart.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The underlying motive is to ensure a constant connection, thereby reducing their anxiety about the relationship&rsquo;s stability. This behavior is often a sign that she likes me but is scared of a relationship due to fear of loss or commitment issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To learn how to listen to your partner so that you can understand their concerns better, watch this video by Psychotherapist and Relationship Expert Terri Cole:<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ge34zyIhBRI?si=tR2SalNLs0gvBkJg\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">&#65279;<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><b>22. Seeking reassurance about feelings<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She may frequently seek reassurance about your feelings towards her. This could involve asking direct questions about your commitment or needing frequent affirmations of your love.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Her need for reassurance stems from a fear of unexpected changes in your feelings or potential abandonment. This is one of the signs she&rsquo;s scared of getting hurt, as she tries to protect herself from emotional pain by ensuring your commitment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>23. Reluctance to make plans without you<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another sign is her reluctance to make any significant plans without including you, whether those plans are for the weekend or for a larger future event.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Her insistence on your involvement in all plans is a way to solidify her sense of security in the relationship and to avoid any scenario where she might feel left behind or less prioritized. This behavior can be particularly poignant when a girl cries at the thought of losing you, revealing her deep emotional investment and fear of separation.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wporg-box\"><div class=\"\"><span class=\"wporg_heading\">RELATED READING : <\/span><span class=\"wporg_title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/love\/afraid-of-love\/\" title=\"What to Do if You\u2019re in Love With Someone Who Is Afraid of Love\">What to Do if You\u2019re in Love With Someone Who Is Afraid of Love<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exploring the emotional dynamics of relationships can reveal both the power and the pitfalls of love and attachment. Understanding how fear operates within these dynamics can help navigate them more effectively.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some insights into common relationship questions, including the controversial strategy to make her fear losing you and other aspects of emotional involvement in romantic connections:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>How do you make her think she is losing you?<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deliberately creating a sense of loss in someone is manipulative and can damage trust. Instead of playing games, communicate openly about any issues. If you feel taken for granted, express this directly rather than resorting to tactics that might create unnecessary pain and insecurity.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Do guys get scared when they fall for a girl?<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, many men experience fear when they fall for a girl. This fear often stems from vulnerability associated with emotional exposure. Concerns about rejection, losing independence, or not being reciprocated can all contribute to a man feeling apprehensive about his feelings and the depth of a new relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Is Thantophobia the fear of losing someone you love?<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thantophobia is actually the fear of death, not specifically the fear of losing someone you love. However, the fear of losing loved ones is a significant anxiety for many and can profoundly affect personal relationships, often causing individuals to act protectively or avoid deep attachments to prevent potential pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Is there fear in true love?<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fear in true love is not uncommon. True love involves vulnerability and the risk of deep emotional pain if that love is lost or unreciprocated.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the presence of fear does not diminish the authenticity of love; rather, it underscores the profound investment of one&rsquo;s emotions and the natural desire to protect something deeply valued.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final-thought\"><\/span><b>Final thought<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many mates hold onto a fear of losing someone like a partner. It can stem from many things, but often it&rsquo;s related to a past experience that renders them wounded emotionally and mentally in their heart.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In many cases, speaking with a counselor can help progress you beyond that trauma with the appropriate coping skills so you don&rsquo;t feel compelled to fight feelings of love or put a stronghold on a partner for fear of letting them go. It&rsquo;s wise to reach out.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false,"raw":""},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many people harbor a fear of losing their partner, whether it stems from a previous rejection or traumatic loss from the past. The defensiveness acts as protection from experiencing similar pain despite it preventing partners from developing the sort of connection most long for in a partnership.&nbsp; With a new relationship, especially each person faces a &ldquo;fear of the unknown,&rdquo; with neither knowing what to anticipate. Still, this can be amplified when one partner shows signs she is afraid of losing you.&nbsp; The obvious choice then for this partner is to avoid the potential risks associated with falling in love <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1419,"featured_media":78337,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[24],"tags":[2528],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/78332"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1419"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=78332"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/78332\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":99306,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/78332\/revisions\/99306"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/78337"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=78332"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=78332"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=78332"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}