something_different Report post Posted November 11, 2008 how do you take signs of affection? You're often embarrassed by displays of affection, and are speechless if someone buys you dinner. Friends from work clubbing together for a birthday present brings a tear to your eye, and if you're partner buys you flowers, you wonder if it's a special day you had forgotten about. You don't feel comfortable accepting other people's affection for you, at work as well as in your private life. Whenever you are offered more responsibility at work, you can't help but think you're out of your depth, and suggest a colleague who you know wants to take on more. You don't make the most of the feelings others have for you, in fact you often feel like an imposter, who isn't worthy of their esteem. This can spoil things and stop you from enjoying moments when you should feel happy and proud. try to understand why you have such a low opinion of yourself that you can't comprehend why others would have such feelings for you. If you lack confidence, learn to accept yourself the way you are - after all, you deserve other people's love, make the most of it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
