[At least there is power in knowing why one feels the way they do.]

I think that Leo would tell you that your feelings are as important and valid as any one else's. Truth be told, he likely would not hesitate to tell you that your feelings mean even more.

[Rue can not help the warmth in their face at that. Leo cares so deeply for those he loves.]

He loves you, Peter. He trusts your opinion, wants to be a good partner to you, and I truly believe he would want to hear if anything he was doing, intentional or not, was causing you anxiety.