Why do I feel so unappreciated?

There are several possible reasons. Sometimes, an individual in a family or organization is not given adequate appreciation for what they do and who they are. I see it all the time. In that case, the sense of being unappreciated is probably a reasonable and logical appraisal of a real situation. (And there are some things we can do if we find ourselves in that situation.) But, in other situations, a person might have a feeling of being unappreciated that may not be totally based on fact -- sometimes a person has very low self-esteem and tends to interpret others' actions and words as showing a lack of appreciation -- and the interpretation can be incorrect. And there are also circumstances where, with some people, their hunger and thirst for approval is so strong that it is difficult for other people to convince them that they are truly appreciated and loved-- No matter how much appreciation is shown, it never feels like enough. Again, this is probably caused by a poor self-image and low self-esteem, based on past messages and experiences, The good news is that we can learn to appreciate ourselves and value ourselves, so that we aren't as needy of appreciation from others, and we can learn healthy and effective ways to seek situations in which appreciation is given and expressed more often.

One can feel unappreciated for many reasons. It could be because the person is not good at communication or it could be because we oursevles are lacking self-esteem.

You usually feel unappreciated when people around you do not acknowledge your hard work and/or constantly put you down. Try writing down on a piece of paper all that you do each day (including things like work, school, errands run, etc.) view the list when you feel unappreciated and know that you work hard and appreciate yourself for all that you do.

I suppose you feel that way because you've been taken for granted at some point of your life , or you got hurt . Sometimes , the slightest actions or words can affect us deeply on a long term , and therefore , we become insecure and we feel unappreciated . But my advice to you is : don't pay attention to all the negativity that some people are spreading ! You're wonderful the way you are , just focus on the positive things , and do WHAT YOU LOVE , and don't listen to no haters !

Probably because no one ever gave you the appreciation you deserve. Don't let those feelings take over you. Just know whatever it is, you are doing a great job and there is someone that is proud of you. If not, then I am proud of you. Keep up the great work and don't give up.

Sometimes we feel unappreciated because we have a set idea of how people should show us appreciation and that doesn't match up to the way they express it. Sometimes, we have to figure out if the people in question are truly not appreciating us and decide if that person brings enough positive to our life to keep them around.

I feel unappreciated because even when I stand in as someones cheerleader, support someone when no one will, speak up for someone when they don't, cannot, won't or are unable, I still get chewed out for seeking the truth and "stirring the pot."

Because either there is something you feel you are not doing right or you are giving too much value to other's opinion who don't matter that much.

Maybe because people don't tell you often how much they appreciate you... some people don't tell it but they believe it ...

The reason could be because you set very high expectations that you want people to appreciate you so much, but you receive less or none. It could be also that you're dealing with the wrong people, who don't appreciate you well enough.