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Unhappy Adults Usually Have At Least One Of These 5 Things Wrong With Their Lives

Unhappy Adults Usually Have At Least One Of These 5 Things Wrong With Their Lives

Published by Jenni Sidey

There are things in your life that can slowly chip away at your happiness until one day you wake up and can’t figure out why everything feels so heavy.  If you have felt unhappy lately, or maybe for a long time, and any of these five things sound a little too familiar, it might be time to take a hard, honest look at what’s really going on with your life to see if external factors are limiting your happiness. If so, it’s time to make a change. 1. They’re in a relationship with an unsupportive partner who puts them down No relationship is ever perfect by all means. And it’s not fair to expect to be flourished in love and gifts and praise 24/7. However, it is extremely important that your partner supports you in whatever you do, especially if it is something you are passionate about. If they use words like “you’ll never be able to do that” or “you’re being unrealistic” when your heart is all in it, ditch them. You do not …

5 Ways To Stay In A Good Place Mentally When Your Spouse Is Being A Big Bummer | Nicola Beer

5 Ways To Stay In A Good Place Mentally When Your Spouse Is Being A Big Bummer | Nicola Beer

Published by Jenni Sidey

As a marriage counselor, I tend to help people feel better by supporting them to create a strong sense of purpose in their lives by finding something they are passionate about. Often, when you have dedicated your life to your marriage and children, you may lose yourself.  The consequences of being lost in life are loneliness and negativity. I know because I’ve been there. And if you are the one who’s being a big bummer in your marriage, my heart also goes out to you. But when you can refocus on your own needs and stay in a good place mentally, your spouse and relationship will see benefits as well. Here are five ways to stay in a good place mentally when your spouse is being a big bummer: 1. Avoid using negative emotions to connect Often, to communicate and connect with our loved ones, we match their emotions. For example, if your partner is annoyed at something, you mirror it to get on the same wavelength. The problem is that we compromise our own …