Why do I freak out in relationships so easily?
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Updated: Jun 4, 2022
Anonymous
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Nov 1, 2019
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I freak out in relationships when I haven't got so much to do or I have time to reflect and think about things. I guess when you are busy you don't have time to freak out. So, what about relationships that I don't freak out I guess I accept what they are and put more effort in those good relationships or keep people at a difference things like that. So in summary I think we freak out when our mind thinks a lot and things like work, and studies don't keep you busy. What do you think? Let us know
peacefulSoul1906
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Dec 19, 2019
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Something in your past, your childhood environment, has made you fear relationships. When you were a child, this fear was based on real events, so you had to deal with it every day and it became an unconscious habit. If trust, and safety were not role modeled for you growing up then you will still have the same reaction in your relationships in later life. These are conditioned reactions that need to be identified and worked on internally or you will always have this reaction. You can do the work but it will take time, effort, and discipline.
Anonymous
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Dec 26, 2019
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There is alot of excitement And anxiety. You're happy and eager to begin new life with whoever this is. It's understandable but it will be okay if you just relax. The freaking out part will or might scare the other person away eventually and that's not what anyone wants. We are happy people but sometimes we don't see what we are doing. Continuously reassure yourself that it only hinders the relationship from growing, if you freak out. Besides, excitement could cloud judgment and that's not what you want. Be nice, be calm, be happy, because it's going to be alright.
Helpfulnachos224
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Jan 4, 2020
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I freaked out because i cared so much about the other person and what they've done for me and what I've done for them. it's a mutual effort and appreciation and when something goes wrong freaking out shows that you care but borderline paranoid depending on circumstances. freaking out is a natural instinct when something has been invested in and can feel like it's all being ruined with some tiny issues. also maybe because personal issues like being self conscious and scared and intimidated and paranoid and anxious and panicky. A lot of people experience this and it takes time to learn.
MoustacheMan1899
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Jan 10, 2020
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The problem would've been if you DIDN'T freak out. Here, lets take jealousy for example. People tend to say that jealousy is unhealthy for a relationship which is completely false. The word people are looking for is overthinking (in the bad way). Well I don't really have to explain why since that would be what people generally call jealousy, but the REAL jealousy in the proper sense of the term is essential in one's relationship because this is a feeling that proves our caring and worrying about a person that counts for us. If it weren't for jealousy, people wouldn't care at all let alone feel anything for this person. Jealousy is something underrated that helps us without us even noticing. Of course, there is a middle to everything that should be applied and in this case, it would be jealousy between non caring and overthinking!
Anonymous
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Feb 8, 2020
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Because relationships are highly emotional. Nowhere else do we experience such a broad range of emotions, positively, but also negatively. This is often frustrating and intimidating, but isnt it also wonderful? It is no wonder that you freak out at times. But you should develop a strategy, for when it happens the next time. I usually do the following: 1. breath in and out at least 5 times, relax every muscle. 2. Think about, what is bothering me right now? Who did what? 3. If it is something that the other person did (it is most cases) Why did he/she do it? 4. Which possibilities do I have to respond to this situation? 5. Talk openly and honestly about your feelings
Hanaa00
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Mar 12, 2020
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This happens to a lot of people, and a lot of us are out there to feel compassionate about it towards you, and understand you on this one. Freaking out in a relationship isn’t always the healthiest thing to do, however, it’s a very common way of dealing with things and conflict resolution. Sometimes, it happens because we are afraid of being hurt, or because we do not want the partner to leave us. Maybe due to abandonment issues, or trust issues, or something else. What is important is that every person becomes able to figure out the cause of it so they can find a way to deal with it.â¤ï¸
Anonymous
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Mar 28, 2020
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While I'm not sure exactly what context of 'freak out' you mean, I do know that it is really common for people to be really pressured to make a relationship work and scared about it failing.
There is the notion of finding 'THE ONE' and the fear of messing up or loosing that person if you find them.
If a person leaves because you were honest and yourself, thats a good thing. Ultimately, we want to be with a person who loves us at our most vulnerable and honest forms.
If you love someone, but your values don't align, or your plans for your life don't align. Thats okay. It's okay to love someone and let them go, knowing something or someone who fits better with your true authentic self WILL come along.
lauren31821
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Mar 29, 2020
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Relationships are scary, especially when they are new. Feeling nervous about a relationship is normal. Nerves are a sign that you care. It is very easy to get in your head and wonder what your partner is thinking. This happens a lot for me when I am not communicating well in my relationship. When I do not make my needs and feelings known, I get frustrated at my partner for not understanding me. In my experience, I freak out when I should communicate and have open conversations. This is not always easy to do, but can prevent a lot of future freak outs and strenghten your relationships.
Anonymous
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Apr 18, 2020
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I understand. Relationships can be scary. Personally I undergo trust issues since my parents separated but I learned to take a risk and find out the experience of having a relationship. So I did.
The thing is .. you should determine the factors why you freak out . Are you scared that something might go wrong ? Something that you experience from the past ? Maybe something you have witnessed with people around you .. you should know yourself first :) before going into relationships . Make sure you are ready for it . And it’s okay to freak out
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