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My boyfriend or girlfriend is embarrassed of me. What should I do?

Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Aug 18, 2018
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First, you must address why they may be embarassed of you. If you see a future with this partner then you must address the issue and assess how that may make you feel in regards to their feelings as well. On another note, if they have no real reason to be embarassed of you then you must take another look at the relationship and decide how healthy of an environment you’re in. Being embarrassed of a partner should can not be justified unless there are specific reasoning for it. If you love that person then you must communicate your feelings in order to solve this issue.
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Profile: CaringKaren4412
CaringKaren4412 on Aug 29, 2018
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If your significant other feels embarrassed of you, ask them the reasons behind it. Tell them that if it's something you can't change then they will have to understand that you are just being you. Never let a love interest change who you are. When you know you have the right partner they will never ask of you to change. Love is when you cherish a person and all that they are. If that were true then they would not want to change you and who wants to be with a person who is not accepting of the true you?
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Anonymous on Sep 12, 2018
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It’s not a nice feeling to have someone be embarrassed by you, it can bring in shame and then damage your self worth. I would suggest talking to them about it, finding the root of why they’re feeling this way, trying to understand and having a discussion about it. Thing about if this person is really the one for you, at the end of the day love is love and it’s not a good idea to try and change people. I would advocate communicating with them on this issue, telling them how it makes you feel, having an open and honest discussion could help you.
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annnnaaaa9 on Sep 20, 2018
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If your partner expresses a feeling of embarrassment towards you, I suggest you talk to them about it. Why is he/she embarrassed of you? Was it a one-time thing (for example you spilling your drink all over yourself in a crowded place) or is it because of you? If this conversation gives you a negative feeling about yourself, one that your partner is not able to take away from you as he/she is embarrassed, you need to consider for yourself if you want to be with this person. No person should feel like their partner is embarrassed of them – it should be the complete opposite: one should be proud of his/her partner.
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Maddiegrace16 on Sep 30, 2018
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You shouldn’t stay with someone who’s embarrassed to be with you. Be with someone who lets you be yourself, and let’s you express yourself. Be you, and if that’s not good enough for them, then don’t stay with them.
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Anonymous on Oct 3, 2018
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Acceptance is the fundamental key to any Relationship. If your partner is embarassed then they must bring the awareness within them to support and uplift you , rather than judging you. However don't force them to accept you. Be kind to their view but slowly try to bring the harmony in non judgmentent and acceptance attitude towards each other. Keep them space to let them grow too. Meanwhile it is very important to not feel guilty and blame yourself. If you did some mistake , acknowledge that with kindness. And Make an effort to improve upon it. Even ask your partner to help. Mutual growth is very necessary amd important.
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Anonymous on Oct 5, 2018
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Have they talked to you about what makes them embarrassed of you? Maybe they don't know how to communicate what exactly is making them embarrassed. What do you think you have been doing to make them embarrassed of you. Is it in public or when you are just simply with friends or family. Sometimes asking the peers that are around you that your boyfriend/girlfriend hang with or talk to if they have said anything to them about it. They might be able to tell you and you can talk about it with your partner possibly.
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SaltWaterSoul on Nov 21, 2018
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Do you know they are embarrassed by you? Is it possible that you are misunderstanding something in their actions? If they are genuinely embarrassed, then you are in a toxic relationship and they are not worthy of being in a relationship with you. Please don’t settle for anyone that thinks you are anything less than wonderful, and someone to be proud of. Have an honest conversation to make sure you aren’t misunderstanding their actions. Then, and I know this doesn’t sound easy, but end the relationship if she is embarrassed by you. Remember, that says far more about who she is than who you are.
Profile: Caroline878
Caroline878 on Nov 21, 2018
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Firstly try to find a way to understand and remind yourself that there is nothing to be embarrassed about. You are a human being and therefore amazing in your own right. In addition, try speaking to your partner. Understand why they feel this way and tell them that it’s not fair, healthy or supportive. Be open and honest and aim to give them an understanding of where you are coming from and how it makes you feel. Talk to someone who can offer support and guidance to help you through this period and remember that you are an absolutely miraculous creation!
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yourpeacefulpal on Dec 6, 2018
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A little self-examination is always a good place me to start. Am I doing anything that's truly embarrassing? If so is it something I'm willing to change. Once I've decided the answer to those questions then I'll sit down with my partner and we can talk about it. If my partners' request is legitimate (stinky breath, unwashed clothes) then I'll decide if it's something I'm willing to change. If my partners' request is unreasonable or controlling then further dialogue is gonna need to happen. We have to love people where they are and if your partner can't except you without a ton of stipulations, it's not a healthy relationship. Remember, being alone and being lonely are not the same thing. Don't let people make you feel as though you're some sort of desperate spinster just because you're spending time learning to love yourself.
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