What to Do If Your Partner Won't Talk About Their Feelings

This is the person you are supposed to share everything with, right? So, why can’t they let you know what they are really feeling? Instead of opening up, you’re left trying to decode half-hearted shrugs and one-word responses. SeventyFour/iStock/Getty Images When a partner doesnt discuss their feelings, its hard for the other person and can lead to discord. People want to feel like they have open communication and trueintimacy. Just remember,vulnerabilitycan be really hard....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 368 words · Omar Harper

What to Do If Your Teen Refuses to Go to Counseling

Adolescence isn’t always easy, and teens face many concerns and struggles that can affect their mental well-being. Whiletherapy for teenscan be helpful, not every teen is willing to try it. So, what do you do if your child needs help but refuses to go to therapy? Tetra Images / Getty Images Some teens are happy to go to therapy. They enjoy talking to an objective adult who can assist with some of their problems....

April 26, 2025 · 3 min · 505 words · Benjamin Griffin

What to Do If You’re Feeling Alone in a Relationship

Tero Vesalainen / Getty Images You dont have to be socially isolated to feel lonely. You might be in a long-term relationship or even in a family with many siblings. You might live in a shared house with friends and still feel alone. Tero Vesalainen / Getty Images Lonelinessis a negative state in which you feel discomfort or social pain. You may feel alone,empty, or possibly evenunwanted. Its not unusual to feel lonely in a crowd or with a loved one....

April 26, 2025 · 3 min · 517 words · Daniel Davis

What to Do If You’re Tired of Begging for Attention From Your Partner

Being in this position can leave you feeling hurt, rejected, frustrated, and angry. We also share some steps you’re free to take to begin toimprove your relationship, starting today. This often leaves one partner taking the other for granted. Courtneyk / Getty Images This is a common dynamic, particularly if there is little perceived threat to the relationship. Because they do not fear losing the other, they may withdraw effort and attention toward their partner....

April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 175 words · Charles Mitchell

What to Do If You’re Unhappy In Your Relationship

Eventually, you have to decide whether your relationship is worth saving. Taking some time apart can help you and your partner put things into perspective and make this decision. Frequently Asked Questions It is normal to feel unhappy in a relationship once in a while. Marko Geber / Getty Images There may also be times when you just feel that the relationship is no longer working. In that case, give yourself permission to end things and move on....

April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 108 words · Whitney Johnson

What to Do if You’ve Caught Feelings for a Friend, According to Experts

But the question is, what do you want to do about it? Its a tricky decision that requires thought and introspection. Heres are some things to consider when youve caught feelings for your friend. Getty Images / Hinterhaus Productions Do you like their company the same as any friend, or do you imagine being moreintimatewith them? Take your time to answer these questions and see how your feelings develop (or fade out)....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 392 words · Jenna Miller

What to Do When a Loved One Is Being Racist

It’s a trope that is common because unfortunately, so many of us can relate to it. So many of us have seen family members consistently do or say racist things. We’ve broken down how to go about dealing with this difficult topic. Jeffbergen / Getty Images Read on to learn what to do if a family member of yours is racist or exhibits racist actions. The following tips will help you process what happened and decide what you want to do about it....

April 26, 2025 · 3 min · 523 words · Adam Johnson DDS

What to Do When Life Feels Out of Control

Boy_Anupong / Getty Images Although we canmake life plans, things don’t always go the way we expect. Click below to listen now. That said, there are plenty of situations in which life may feel out of control. Boy_Anupong / Getty Images The following are a few to consider. Excessive Stress A lot of overwhelming feelings can be caused bystress coming in at every corner. Two people are involved. This feeling can be especially prominent when attempts to mend the relationship have failed....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 264 words · Denise Mcmillan

What to Do When You Don't Want to Do Anything

Verywell / Nez Riaz Everyone experiences a lack ofmotivationfrom time to time. Occasional periods of feeling this way are perfectly normal. These feelings are temporary and usually nothing serious. Verywell / Nez Riaz “The human mind and body have limited capacity to sustain effort without rest,” he explains. Sometimes these moods can strike due to hunger, tiredness, thirst, or even feeling cooped up indoors. Instead, focus on doing things that help you feel restored and comforted....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 394 words · Melissa Dawson

What to Do When You Feel Completely Alone With Singer/Songwriter Grace Gaustad

She released her debut album, BlKBX, in 2021. Shes released several singles in 2022. Why Grace Gaustad Is Mentally Strong Grace wasbullied throughout school. Verywell / Julie Bang She started a website to help people who also feel alone. And she recognizes that when her mental health is suffering, she isnt thinking clearly. Part of growing mentally stronger often involves knowing that you cant trust everything you think. You cant prevent all mental health problems....

April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 140 words · Brittany Sanchez

What to Do When You Feel Like Everyone Hates You

Oscar Wong / Getty Images Feeling like everyone hates you, while distressing, is actually a common feeling. Are You a Likable Person? Thislikeable person quizwas medically reviewed bySabrina Romanoff, PsyD. Oscar Wong / Getty Images In other words, people use social media to focus on the negative possibilities and ignore the positive ones. They find ways to perpetuate negative beliefs about themselves. Cognitive distortionscan also perpetuate negative thoughts and emotions....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 250 words · Ian Anderson MD

What to Do When You Feel Like Running Away

Why we feel like escaping and how to cope. Maybe you feel stuck or bored and are craving a renewed sense of vigor. Or perhaps youre feeling uneasy about your relationships,unsatisfied with your job, orcompletely overwhelmedwith your day-to-day obligations. Westend61 / Getty Images Whatever the case may be, in most situations the best solution isnt to literally run. After all, the answer to our current unhappiness likely doesnt exist in another corner of the world....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 293 words · Melissa Willis

What to Do When You Feel Like You Can't Do Anything Right

Most people share photos and stories about the good times in their lives. And most donotshare about when they’re having a hard time in life. Fortunately, you could learnhow to manage stress. Tommaso79 / Getty Images Self-Worth We all have to be our own biggest champions in life. That’s because havinggood self-esteemmay boost your happiness. Do you feel like a bully is living inside your head sometimes? Boosting your self-esteem can help keep your thoughts from sliding down the slippery slope ofself-loathing....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 414 words · Mariah Miller