I’m not happy? Why?
When you wake up in the morning, do you want to get out of bed? If the answer is no, you may be suffering from unhappiness or depression. If you’re thinking, “I’m not happy,” your feelings are valid. You don’t have to pretend everything is okay if it’s not. If you’re not happy, something is going on with you that you need to address. Maybe your unhappiness is situational. Perhaps you’re not happy with your job, or you feel socially isolated where you’re living. There may be issues going on with your friendships. You could be having some discord within your family. There are many reasons for us to feel unhappy, but we don’t know why unless we explore them. Maybe you’re not sure if you’re unhappy or depressed or if it has to do with your romantic relationship. It can be easy to blame her unhappiness on others. Ultimately being unhappy comes down to you. There’s something within your life that is causing you to feel down. But, relationships can be a contributory factor. Here are some ways that relationships make us feel unhappy or even depressed.
I don’t feel understood
One of the things that we want in our relationships is to feel loved and understood. When you start dating somebody, it’s because you feel a connection to that person. You want them to hear your innermost thoughts and understand them. If they don’t understand, then that can make you feel alone. It’s a bad feeling when you’re with a romantic partner, but you feel alone. When you don’t feel understood, a relationship that can be a cause of unhappiness. If you have this issue, it’s essential to communicate with your partner that you feel unhappy because they don’t understand you. Maybe there are some things that you can work on together to make sure that you feel more understood. Having open communication is a massive part of a successful relationship. Tell your partner that you don’t feel appreciated. You are having that discussion can be an essential part of your connection. You may be able to alleviate some of the unhappy feelings.
I feel ignored
Being in a relationship means you’re part of a couple or a team. You want to feel like you have your partner’s attention. We have independent lives, but when you’re in a romantic relationship, you come together for shared moments. But, if you sense you’re not getting the attention you need, you could feel ignored. If you feel invisible in your relationship, that can cause unhappiness. There is a great feeling about being seen, and having your partner want to be around you. But, if they’re so busy in their life that they don’t have time to spend with you, you may feel ignored. What can you do in the situation? Tell your partner that you would like to take some time to spend together. Quality time is an integral part of a romantic relationship. It’s essential to reconnect with each other and discuss what’s going on with each one of you. If you’re feeling ignored, it’s crucial to let your partner know that so that the issue can be fixed.
My partner is hurting me
One cause of unhappiness is abuse. If your partner is abusing you in any way, whether that’s verbal physical, sexual, or emotional, that is wrong. You’re feeling unhappy because you’re not being respected, and someone is hurting you. There is no excuse for abuse, and you have the right to stick up for yourself. If you’re in an unsafe situation, it’s crucial to reach out to your friends and family and let them know it’s going on. There are domestic violence organizations that you can reach out to you to get help. Nobody deserves abuse, and you can get help. Your feelings are valid, and being unhappy or depressed because you’re the victim of abuse makes sense. You can get the support that you need, so reach out for it.
Online counseling
Online counseling is an excellent place to talk about the feeling unhappy, whether it’s in a relationship or your daily life. An online counselor cares about your feelings and wants to help you sort through those unhappy emotions. Don’t be afraid to reach out to a mental health professional. A therapist can help you figure out what’s causing that unhappiness so you can start feeling better.