Is it normal to want validation in a relationship?
Yep.Totally normal
Yes—it’s normal to want your partner to show that they care, appreciate you, and value the relationship. It’s worth talking about what kind of reassurance helps you both feel secure.
Wanting affection, appreciation, or a little reassurance is a very ordinary part of being close to someone. People show validation differently, so you might need to say what makes you feel seen—kind words, attention, or a thank-you for the little things.
It can get tiring for both people if reassurance has to be constant or never seems to stick, but that doesn’t make you needy or your feelings wrong. Try talking about it without blame: “I feel close to you when you tell me what you appreciate about us.”