Why do I freak out in relationships so easily?
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Moderated by Sarah Robb, LISW-S (Licensed Independent Social Worker, Supervisor Designation) and LICDC (Licenced Chemical Dependency Counselor)
Updated: Jun 4, 2022
Anonymous
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Mar 28, 2021
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You might be freaking out because of lack of trust or because of a bad experience with a past partner. For me, when it comes to my relationship the beginning was hard for me because I freaked out over the littlest of things all the time. I had trust issues, I wasn't confident, and I was just scared of losing my partner, the person I love the most. It took me awhile to realize why I freaked out so easily and it was also because of the fact that in my past relationships I didn't feel valid or worthy enough. In the relationship I'm in now that is far from the case. My partner always reminds me that I am valid, important, and seen. Just hearing that causes me to not freak out so easily anymore because I have trust in our relationship.
generouswings
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Apr 17, 2021
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There can be different reasons why you think you can freak out in a relationship.
The most common of them is something I’d call ‘Overthinking’. I feel that thinking too much can be very toxic for any relationship, let alone a romantic relationship. It just ruins your sense of rational thinking and makes you way more negative.
The other reason why a person would freak out is the fear to commit, or even lacking of emotional stability. Some people are scared of emotional attachments from their past, and due to many other reasons they aren’t able to focus on the present. A bad experience from the past can ruin one’s present, and some people aren’t ready to give their best emotionally. With the passage of time, everything feels like a burden for them and then they start freaking out.
Anonymous
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May 1, 2021
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For me personally, every new relationship is like performance anxiety-emotional edition. I really want my relationship to work out-so I try to be best person I can be. Of course, people don't really work that way. What really ticks for one person doesn't tick for someone else. So inevitably, you hit a small emotional landmine which leads to "Oh no! Am I doing this right? Am I wrong? Am I too inconsiderate" etc of self-doubt. For me personally, I try to remember that there dating is like a job interview for both sides. You're trying to get the job, but so is your partner. Hopefully with good communication and a willingness to work together your partnership will work our.
Anonymous
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May 5, 2021
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Many people struggle with relationships. Relationships are difficult for a variety of reasons. Some people struggle with the intimacy of relationships, or the commitment, or even the seemingly constant communication in relationships. It's important to keep in mind though, that relationships are unique and intentional things; they don't just happen, and they can be designed for greater happiness. If you're finding that relationships aren't working out for you because you don't feel comfortable in them for any reason, you might want to look at your approach to how you end up in relationships. Are you building relationships which adhere to a design that works best for you and your partner? What do you feel you need in a relationship or what have you noticed missing? What makes you uncomfortable? Are you setting boundaries which honor your comfort level? What do you love in relationships or what makes you feel more comfortable? Answering these questions might give you a leg up on assessing what you want and don't want from relationships. Once you have an idea of what you want and what you don't want, you can assess relationship prospects by whether they adhere to what you think would work for you.
Anonymous
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May 15, 2021
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it's pretty normal to freak out, and there are many reasons for it! it might be because of commitment issues, for example. It's good that you're taking the first step to finding out the reason for your freaking out. Some of my friends have experienced being very nervous in relationships, and I can tell you that it's perfectly normal, especially if it's new. as long as you keep up good communication with your relationship partner, you can figure out a solution to your freaking out together. It will not affect your relationship in any way. I believe in you, okay?
hopefulArrow2212
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Jun 11, 2021
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It depends on what the"freak out" is related to. It could be:
- Commitment issues. Relationships need a lot of work and that prevents some people from starting or staying in a more serious and long-term relationship.
- Anxiety from potential problems. We may hear of the problems in other people's relationships or just worry too much on what could happen.
- Get too emotionally dependant. When the relationship gets very intimate and you find yourself at a loss when you're not with your partner or need to constantly be in a relationship to feel validated.
I just want to say that you are not made up of your relationship alone. You are your own person and that is what attracted your partner to be with you. You affirm and validate yourself. And no relationship is without its flaws, but it's really how you guys overcome those hard times together that can make you even closer. Relationships do take time but what you do with it is up to you.
Anonymous
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Jul 9, 2021
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In my personal experience relationships can be scary which will make us freak out, anxious or depressed. The thought of being vulnerable, knowing everything you do will affect the other person it sucks; it is scary. When we see we are starting to be vulnerable we are likely to freak out and be like we got to break up I can not stand this. But the magic of actually allowing the relationship to succeed is great. It might be scary at first but at the end of the day it might be worth it. That's likely why many people freak out.
Anonymous
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Aug 27, 2021
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Freaking out in relationships is very common because you don't want to lose the thing (your partner) you worked so hard to get. What I've learned as well is that relationships tend to make you think other partners are scarce and the one you currently have is the only one for you, making you freak out. All of these negative thoughts and emotions tend to lead to excessive overthinking. You think of every worst-case scenario imaginable to the point where you freak out and can't even think straight. To avoid this, it's very important to keep an open mindset of acknowledging that women/men aren't scarce and an end to your current relationship isn't the end of the world.
ExpectoPatronum08
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Sep 15, 2021
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Maybe the relationships that you have seen around you, makes you not want one. We often connect ourselves to relationships of our friends, relatives or parents. Their lack of communication, compassion and/or commitment can make it repulsive for us! But it is not necessary that we mirror the people in our life in our relationships, romantic or otherwise. Or maybe, it is because you have always met the wromg kind of partners in your relationship, and you just need to find the right kind of company. Incentive is the best magnet. It could also be because you are not ready or not in the right state of mind or atmosphere to be in a relationship.
roseshine00
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Oct 8, 2021
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It is natural to freak out in a relationship quickly. Relationships in general can be tough even if its between friends or even family and this is okay. You need to consider that everyone is really different and it can sometimes be tough and hard to communicate and understand each other. When you freak out just try to calm down and take a step back for a few minutes to reflect. Ask yourself what is making you freak out and what you can do to calm yourself down. Another great step would be to communicate your feelings to the other person.
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