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Why am I so nervous around my boyfriend?

Profile: LivewellLovemuch
LivewellLovemuch on Aug 11, 2019
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What is it you find yourself nervous about? Maybe you feeling anxious is correlated with a lack of self confidence? If you’ve had previous relationship trauma maybe that’s part of the reason you find yourself anxious in your relationship now? It depends on your situation for why you might feel this way to be honest. I feel like to summarize there is definitely a lack of comfort and confidence in either you, your boyfriend, or your relationship with your boyfriend (or all of the above.) if there’s something that particularly makes you anxious about your boyfriend, ask yourself why you might feel that way and see if you can work things out from there
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Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Aug 14, 2019
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You may not know him well enough, or are just afraid you may disgust him, offend or accidentally chase him away by doing something wrong. You are afraid he might not love you, the real you and that after finding out who you really are he would leave you. This type of anxiety is common, don't worry. It will be fine. You can talk to him about it to straighten things out, and improve your relationship. Talking is what helps us realize what the problems are and how to help overcome them, improve ourselves. Your nervousness may come from low self-esteem as well.
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Anonymous on Sep 11, 2019
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It is entirely possible you're only nervous around your boyfriend because it is a newly found relationship. You don't want to do the wrong move or say the wrong thing. If this is the case you will eventually grow and over time become more comfortable with him. This comfortably will continue to grow. I would not think too much of the nervousness you are experiencing. It is simply, most likely, just a sign you care for him, the relationship you are growing with him over time and do not want to accidentally mess things up. Good luck with your relationship!
Profile: ShiningPanda13
ShiningPanda13 on Sep 19, 2019
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It's difficult to answer this question without hearing what it's like for you in your relationship. You could have realistic worries about the future of your relationship or be struggling with attachment issues (you can look this up and see if this rings true for you); you might have experienced something in your past that he reminds you of subconsciously, or with him that his very presence is a reminder for. You could care how he sees you because you don't like the risk of people knowing you too well... These sorts of things are quite common and worth thinking about and especially talking through either here on 7 cups or with your therapist.
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Anonymous on Oct 5, 2019
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it is normal to be nervous around someone you love. This is because you don’t want to do anything that will make them dislike you even a bit so you play it safe. you will be aware of everything that you do and make sure that it’s adapted to making him love you the same or even more. This is not just a person, he is someone who is extremely close to you and whom you share a romantic bond with. Maybe it’s not just nervousness, maybe it’s the butterfly feeling you get in youe stomach because he’s just so so cute and you cant handle his cuteness. HOWEVER, if it’s the type of nervousness which make us feel uncomfortable that is when it’s a concern because the whole point of a boyfriend is to be comfortable and yourself around them.
Profile: peacefulLight8704
peacefulLight8704 on Oct 13, 2019
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Is this a new relationship? That is one hundred percent normal if it is. I mean, when you go from having a crush on someone to being in a relationship, you won't just suddenly stop having the butterfly feeling around them. This is referred to by most as the honeymoon phase. Talk to him! Chances are that he is feeling every single bit just as nervous and apprehensive as you. Nerves are often just part of attraction. Just know that there is nothing wrong with either you or him, and this is pretty typical in relationships. Best luck to you all!
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Oct 29, 2019
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I can be nervous around my boyfriend, but I’m getting much better. What I did was I talked to him. You are probably worried that he won’t like you if you do something. When I talked to him, he was so nice about it no joke. He said that I was too cute to be embarrassed for instance. Try talking to yours! If he truly likes and cares about you, he would help you and not think you are crazy or something. Sometimes I have to remember that he likes me, or he wouldn’t be asking me out, want to talk or hang out with me. Just try it! Hope this helps!
Profile: beautifulsoul247
beautifulsoul247 on Dec 26, 2019
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I would like to start by saying that feeling nervous is neither a good or bad thing. It is simply an emotion. Next, different things make different people nervous. When a relationship is new, a lot remains unknown. Depending on one's personality, this might be exciting for some, but nerve-racking for others. One wants to make a good first impression. One wonders how their boyfriend reacts in different situations. There are endless what-if's and possibilities for the relationship that remain to be seen. Ideally, as the relationship progresses, you would feel a level of security in knowing some of these things. So, if you're just starting out, it's natural to wonder what the future holds, but don't let it stop you from enjoying the ride of discovery. If your relationship has progressed and you're still nervous, it is important to reflect on what might be preventing you from being comfortable around someone you would want to feel free with.
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Anonymous on Dec 30, 2019
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Most of us feel at least a little nervous when starting a new relationship. This is due to the persistent fear of one or more situations in which the person is exposed to possible scrutiny by others and fears that he or she may do something or act in a way that will be humiliating or embarrassing. The best way to cope with dating anxiety is to focus on one’s sense of self-acceptance and self-worth. When a person feels good about who they are, their values and what they have to offer, it bolsters them against judgment. By calming their harshest inner critic, it opens the door to experiencing  closer connections with others. Good luck!
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Anonymous on Jan 9, 2020
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It may be because you want to make him like you, or it may be because you dont want to mess it up. There are alot of reasons, but whatever it is, remember there are plenty of fish in the sea. You dont need to chase after the love of someone that's just going to hurt you in the end. you have plenty of people that love you, and there will be someone eventually. You dont need a boy to love you. God loves you for who you are, and nothing can change that, no matter what you say.
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