Jan 9, 2025

10 signs your relationship is taking toll on you emotionally

Teesha Shirodkar

​Facing emotional exhaustion

Relationships should uplift and make us happy, yet sometimes they can drain our energy and joy. If you're feeling more exhausted than relaxed with your partner, it might be time to reflect if your relationship is taking toll on you

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You are constantly feeling drained

You often feel exhausted after spending time with your partner, as if all your energy has been sapped away. You might find yourself needing a long nap after a simple dinner together, indicating emotional fatigue.

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Small arguments with them quickly escalate

Disagreements that should be minor often turn into major conflicts, leaving you feeling overwhelmed. A simple discussion about chores can spiral into a shouting match, this most of the times highlights poor communication between the two of you.

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​Deteriorating physical health

Physical symptoms like headaches or fatigue may arise due to stress from the relationship.You might notice frequent stomachaches that coincide with arguments or tension with your partner.

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​You are always drowned in negative emotions

You frequently feel sad, anxious, or angry when around your partner. An example could be feeling a wave of dread before every interaction, this may be suggesting that the relationship is affecting your mental well-being.

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You always prefer being alone

You increasingly prefer spending time alone rather than with your partner, indicating a sense of emotional withdrawal. You could be choosing to binge-watch a series alone instead of going out with them on dates, you in a way want some distance between you two.

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​Losing interest in things you once enjoyed

Activities that once brought you joy now feel uninteresting or burdensome when your partner is involved. You may want to skip a fun party or a movie plan that used to excite you once.

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​There is a weird ‘trapped’ feeling

You may feel unable to leave the relationship despite its negativity, fearing the consequences of ending it. You may be staying in a toxic environment because you believe you cannot cope without your partner. You feel stuck into a toxic cycle.

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​Feelings like your emotional needs are not fulfilled

You often feel that your emotional needs are neglected or ignored by your partner. If you crave affection but receive only criticism and negative comments in return, it can create feelings of loneliness and frustration leading to exhaustion.

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​It’s difficult for you to be your authentic self

You struggle to be yourself around your partner due to fear of judgment or fight, you may also start to fake things and start agreeing to avoid chaos. You maybe just pretend to agree with their opinions just to avoid fights, this may lead to a loss of personal identity.

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You frequently think about breakup/ separation

You find yourself always thinking about separation or breakup regularly, this could be a sign of some deep dissatisfaction. You may feel that this relationship is taking a lot from you and would be better of without it.

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