Security is something, which is desired by everyone. That is why it is important for all of us to be comfortable with ourselves. A secure person is more likely to achieve success, have meaningful relationships and be respected by others. On the contrary, insecure people find it very difficult to manage things in every aspect of their lives. Though it is impossible to be completely free of doubt, one should try to be confident of himself. For this, keep checking yourself to eliminate any signs of insecurity that might creep in. if you want to know what are signs of an insecure person, read on.
Signs of Insecurity
- An insecure person becomes overly selfish. He tries to surround himself with possessions, accolades and attention.
- An insecure person becomes overly accommodating and tries to gain other people's approval.
- Insecure people tend to be very defensive and cannot handle criticism. They are not comfortable with their own-self.
- Insecure people can't enjoy silence and they try to fill it with unnecessary chatter.
- Excessive joking is also a mechanism for coping with insecurity. An insecure person craves for other people's attention, which is achieved when other people laugh at their jokes. However, this leads to insensitivity towards others.
- Insecure people are self promoting and constantly talk about themselves. They need validation from other people for their actions and qualities.
- Insecure people are even threatened by others and therefore by bullying they try to crush their opinion.
- Insecure people tent to be overly authoritative as they tend to compensate for their lack of confidence by taking out their frustrations on their subordinates.
- Over competitiveness is also a sign of insecurity. They are scared of losing and so they always keep themselves at the edge.
- Being materialistic also shows that person is insecure because he feels that by acquiring material wealth and showing it off he will be able to gain people's attention and acknowledgement.
- Over jealousy is yet another sign of insecure people as they lack trust in their partners. This is visible in constant questioning, mistrust and altercations with the members of the opposite sex.
- Insecure people even become abusive if they fail to control their partners.
- Overly sexual behavior also portrays insecurity as the person treats his or her sexuality as a crutch to get other's attention.
