Ruminating on the most trivial things, having a bad self-image, dreading failure, coping with social anxiety, continuously seeking reassurance – all of this is only a minor portion of what we call "insecurity." It's a universal part of the human condition, and while there's no one-size-fits-all cause for this incredibly dreadful state, it's safe to say that a fair share stems from trauma.
But here’s the thing, insecurity is complex.
Sometimes you can tell that someone has poor self-esteem by their speech, mannerisms, and even their posture, in certain cases. But there are also those who excel at disguising it. So, are you curious to know about the signs of insecurity that are not as evident?
“What screams insecurity but most people don’t realize [it]?” – this internet user sought out one of Reddit’s most insightful and thought-provoking communities, asking its members to reveal obscure behavioral traits that indicate that someone lacks confidence. The thread managed to garner nearly 40K upvotes as well as 16.7K comments containing some intriguing answers.
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#21

Not listening. Preparing the next smart thing to say without listening to what the other one is saying .
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#22

Being the funny one in a group at other’s (mostly the quiet ones) expense.
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#23

When they found a point that makes them look better than the other person and continue to overstay on that point. Edit: The situation is subjective, and I’m talking about the situation whereby the person punches down on someone to make themselves feel good. I did not mean for a person who requires positive affirmations.
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#24

The three I always look out for are:
1. Overt displays of intelligence/prowess.
2. Belittling others.
3. A need to closely monitor the behaviour of others.
2. Belittling others.
3. A need to closely monitor the behaviour of others.
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#26

purposely waiting a long time to text back so you don’t seem “desperate”
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