What do I do when my husband ignores me?
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Updated: May 11, 2022
mindfulzen15
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Nov 9, 2016
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Talk to him about it. Sit him down, tell him how you feel. Be reasonable. Only talk if you're safe with him, though.
CreativeRaccoon
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Dec 29, 2016
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Sometimes people need space. Sometimes when you've had a disagreement with your parter they don't say anything back to you- because they're not ready, or they realize what they were about to say was mean, or whatever. Even if you parter identified this quiet time as ignoring you maybe they just don't know how to tell you they need a break from the topic of conversation. In my experience it's best to give space and then ask when they think they might be ready. It's hard to say much more because everyone is going to experience different circumstances.
freshEnergy86
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Feb 5, 2017
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i think that you should ask him about it... in a relationship communication is key. If there are problems you should always try and solve them, by doing otherwise you're pushing each other away.
Huggablepanda
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Mar 1, 2017
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Give him time, and understand him. If he's busy or something due to work just dont give him more stress by telling him that he's ignorant. Just give time and if you think ,things aint right go ask him straight. And discuss the problem, sort it out and help him with matters.
Anonymous
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Mar 8, 2017
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It depends on the context. When does he usually ignore you? Is it something you say or is it something you do? When are the times when he is unresponsive. Look at those moments and also... don't be afraid to speak up and let him know how you are feeling. The only way to grow in trust when it comes to relationships is communication.
Anonymous
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Mar 16, 2017
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I really feels bad when someone close ignores us. Why don't you tell me more about the circumstances that happen to you?
adaptiveSunrise22
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Mar 22, 2017
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Not my husband, but my long-term boyfriend. Sometimes he ignores me while is is very concentrated on some other task. Other times, we just had a fight and he needs time to himself to sort things out in his head. What I do when he ignores me, is I challenge myself not to take it personally, and to accept it as an opportunity to reach within myself. I set a timer on my phone for 15-30 minutes and do not speak or message anyone in this time. Instead I grab a book or a pen and paper and think about my own state of mind, what my needs are, what makes me happy. When the timer is up, I'm more refreshed and not sad or angry about being "ignored," plus I did fun things like reading a book. Because my boyfriend is a good boyfriend, after the time has passed, he pays attention to me again and I pay attention to him, we can resume our previous conversation and really focus on each other.
HereToListen333
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Apr 5, 2017
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Try to gain his attention. Think back to when you two were first together or try gaining his attention by doing something that he enjoys.
EstefaniaVelasco
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May 21, 2017
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I would tell him straight away that his attitude bothered me. If he loves me, he will understand that I need him to take care of me. If not, then I'm more likely to stay away from him. If someone loves you, a basic thing like caring for you should not be a problem, and anyone deserves to feel loved.
avanef
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Jun 8, 2017
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Talk to him. Communication is ALWAYS something that'll keep any relationship stable and solid. Even if he's doing it on purpose, still try to talk to him. Those things are very important and shows you care and want things to be okay and right between you two.
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