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Dealing with Emotional Overload in Relationships

catlover55

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I just lashed out at my boyfriend because I'm really overwhelmed by a lot of other things in my life. Now he feels terrible, and I feel terrible because I got so upset and was crying for an hour straight. He thinks it's his fault, but I've realized that it's mine. I need to figure out how to make him understand that it's not his fault, it's everything in my life right now. i don't know how to do it though. I'm scared that he won't understand that I'm not actually angry or upset with him. I just didn't know what to do with the sudden rush of emotions that came when I was on the phone with him.

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    • Karlie2000

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      I find it easier to explain my thoughts when I write them down. Maybe send him a long text or email? You can rewrite it as many times as you want that way.

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    • Karlie2000

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      I find it easier to explain my thoughts when I write them down. Maybe send him a long text or email? You can rewrite it as many times as you want that way.

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    • MilkJoey

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      i tend to lash out a bunch too at my boyfriend and it makes me feel God Awful. he understands it's not his fault and that i have issues with trusting people's intentions and whatnot, so he isn't hard on me. if your boyfriend is understanding, he'll stick by you even in your hardest moments. mental illness is hard, but you got this. tell him exactly what you have in mind instead of thinking up something to tell him. just blurt it all out and if he needs clarification, i'm sure you guys can work it through. much love!!

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      • catlover55

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        @MilkJoey thank you

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    • Finleaf

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      Consider showing him this post that you've shared with us 💜 it might help him see your perspective and realise it wasn't about him. If he's your safe space, then it makes sense that all the stress and emotions came up once you heard his voice on the phone

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      • catlover55

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        @Finleaf Thank you. He is my safe place, and I didn't realize that was why my emotions came out when I heard his voice. I have no problem understanding this when it comes to my little brother who has been through a lot in his short life. I just feel like I shouldn't have the same problems because my life has been a whole lot easier than his. Anyway, thanks for reading my post

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