My parents don’t think much of me

My parents have been putting a lot of pressure on me to marry because they think I am not sure about what kind of partner I am looking for. They have been very supportive of the relationships I have been in and haven’t interfered in any aspect of my life so far. They are sympathetic when a relationship has ended, and don’t question my choices, but are now beginning to think that I don’t have the skills or the ability to find someone decent to spend my life with. I am not insulted, but it worries me because when they say this to me it erodes my self-confidence. Should I agree with them and let them take control of my life or ask them to let me continue doing what I do? I want to get married too, but don’t want to regret any decision a few years from now. I’m just confused at the moment.
Your parents have your best interests at heart, and obviously trust you because they haven’t been in your way until now. If they have a suggestion about whom they think you should marry, it’s probably wrong to assume that they’re taking control. It seems as if they are trying to play a more active role, as opposed to the passive one they have adopted so far. Why not look at this as a way of growing closer to them and letting them into your life a little more? Talk to them about why some relationships worked and others didn’t, tell them what you have in mind, and give them an opportunity to share their points of view. If this affects your confidence, you should tell them that too, because it’s the last thing they want for you. 

I am trying to be more open with my girlfriend, but she says she isn’t interested in some aspects of my life. Do we have a problem?
Not really, but you should certainly ask her about what her idea of a healthy, open relationship is.