Sometimes It’s Okay To Be Vulnerable

I am a strong person but I don’t have to be all the time.

Being a strong person is great, but you also have to be able to show a vulnerable side, especially if you are in a relationship.

My husband told me he feels like I don’t need him, and there were things he didn’t know about me. Up until that point I hadn’t realized I wasn’t showing any vulnerability.

I learned at a young age to stand on my own two feet and take care of myself. So even though I don’t necessarily need my husband to support me emotionally it still would be nice if I open that vulnerability door and let him come in.

For a lot of people it’s hard to be vulnerable. It was for me. I always felt like I was opening myself up for attack, even though I trusted my partner.

Being vulnerable means you let your partner know you fully. Your thoughts, feelings, weaknesses. That can be really scary, and leave you open to be judged. It’s not easy to reveal all those things to someone, even someone you trust.

As scary as it is, it’s so important to show that vulnerable side to your partner. It’s crucial to forming an intimate relationship. There’s nothing better then feeling loved and accepted.

If you are having trouble opening up and being vulnerable with your partner, here a…