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Reasons why we struggle to identify emotional needs

Published on Jul 26, 2023 03:43 PM IST
  • From social conditioning to denial, here are a few reasons why we struggle to express emotional needs.
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Emotional needs are meant to be addressed. When we suppress emotional needs for a long time, they tend to have a build-up. "Becoming aware of your emotional needs allows you to communicate them and get them met. This leads to more fulfilling relationships with others and yourself, which is why my latest blog is all about the steps you can take to uncover your emotional needs," wrote Therapist Terri Cole. She further noted down a few reasons why we struggle to identify emotional needs.(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jul 26, 2023 03:43 PM IST

Emotional needs are meant to be addressed. When we suppress emotional needs for a long time, they tend to have a build-up. "Becoming aware of your emotional needs allows you to communicate them and get them met. This leads to more fulfilling relationships with others and yourself, which is why my latest blog is all about the steps you can take to uncover your emotional needs," wrote Therapist Terri Cole. She further noted down a few reasons why we struggle to identify emotional needs.(Unsplash)

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Some of us do not understand emotional needs and are unable to read through the lines of our own mind. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jul 26, 2023 03:43 PM IST

Some of us do not understand emotional needs and are unable to read through the lines of our own mind. (Unsplash)

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The lack of emotional education makes it difficult for us to not have the right language to express ourselves. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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The lack of emotional education makes it difficult for us to not have the right language to express ourselves. (Unsplash)

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Sometimes the conditioning we receive in our family and close circle makes us feel that expressing emotions is a sign of weakness. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jul 26, 2023 03:43 PM IST

Sometimes the conditioning we receive in our family and close circle makes us feel that expressing emotions is a sign of weakness. (Unsplash)

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This further makes us suppress our own emotions and carry on, even though it hurts us. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jul 26, 2023 03:43 PM IST

This further makes us suppress our own emotions and carry on, even though it hurts us. (Unsplash)

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Denial is one of the reasons why we struggle to express ourselves. We feel that we should not be vulnerable, and hence, push our needs down. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jul 26, 2023 03:43 PM IST

Denial is one of the reasons why we struggle to express ourselves. We feel that we should not be vulnerable, and hence, push our needs down. (Unsplash)

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