Reasons why we may feel trapped in a relationship

From fear to situations to guilt, here are a few reasons why people feel trapped in relationships.

Published on: Nov 09, 2023 5:30 PM IST

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Often in a relationship, we feel trapped. This can happen due to the sense of the relationship being over from our end, but not finding the way to get out of it. In such cases, we need to reflect on the ways that we have tangled ourselves in the relationship and the reasons why we are not able to find a way out. Relationship Coach Marlena Tillhon shared a few reasons why we may feel trapped in a relationship.  (Unsplash)

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When we build a life with someone and invest a lot of energy and affection, circumstances may trap us from continuing the relationship even though we do not feel attracted to them anymore.  (Unsplash)

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This can be due to situations where our children are involved, or our parents are involved, and we refrain from hurting them by not breaking off from the relationship.  (Unsplash)

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Sometimes people are trapped by guilt in a relationship. This can happen because we feel guilty of hurting the other person.  (Unsplash)

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In such situations, we need to remember that we need to prioritise our mental health and happiness and discontinue a relationship that is no longer meant for us.  (Unsplash)

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The fear of not finding another partner or ending up alone is a strong reason why sometimes people get trapped in a relationship they are unhappy in.  (Unsplash)