6 Signs of Low Esteem in a Man

Low self-esteem is a common issue that affects individuals of all genders and ages. However, men, in particular, may experience low self-esteem due to societal expectations and pressures of masculinity. Low self-esteem can lead to negative self-image, self-doubt, and feelings of inadequacy, which can significantly impact a man's mental health and relationships.

It is important to recognize the signs of low self-esteem in men to help them seek the support and resources they need to improve their self-esteem. In this article, we will discuss some common signs of low self-esteem in men, including negative self-talk, difficulty accepting compliments, and avoidance of social situations. By recognizing and addressing these signs, men can work towards building healthy self-esteem, improving their mental health, and fostering positive relationships. Here are some signs of low esteem in a man:

# He’s self-deprecating

Now everyone has a tendency to be hard on themselves from time to time, this is normal, especially if stressed out. However, if your man is constantly putting himself down, it isn’t being humble, it’s just showing his low self-esteem.

He doesn’t believe that he’s capable, so, he’s insulting and belittling himself. If he’s said, “I can’t believe you want to date me” or “I never thought I’d find someone who’s a ten” he has serious self-image issues.

# Everything is seemingly perfect

He allows no faults around him. His hair is perfect, his clothes are always trendy, and his car is the one everyone is jealous of. Everything is perfect around him, but he can’t fool everyone. We all know that nothing is perfect and if something seems perfect, then there’s something severely wrong. Don’t be fooled, he is truly battling some demons inside of him.

# He’s jealous

Remember when I was talking about Twilight? Yeah, that’s low self-esteem right there. If your boyfriend is constantly checking who you’re talking to and accusing you of doing things you haven’t done, he’s highly jealous. And with low self-esteem, this never gets better. It only gets worse and worse with time, unless, you cut everyone out from your life and live in a hole.

# He criticizes you

Listen, we all need a dose of healthy criticism every now and then, and you should be able to give and receive it from your partner. However, there’s a line where healthy criticism becomes abusive.

Your partner should love you for who you are. If he’s constantly criticizing every little thing you do, he doesn’t truly love you. He’s just spewing his negativity onto you in order to make him feel big.

# He’s physical with you

If he’s pushed you or hit you before, then he’s already abused you physically. You should have left him already. If you’re noticing that he’s becoming more physical over time, this is a huge red flag of low self-esteem. He’s compensating his low self-esteem by showing you how he’s a man. This isn’t a man, this is a coward and definitely one you need to run from.

# He only wants you

He’s not into sharing you. Sure, you have friends and family but those are only people that are trying to get in between you and him, right? Wrong. But in his eyes, he can’t share you with anyone else. He doesn’t want to know your friends nor does he want you hanging out with them when he’s not around.