Meeting Overwhelm Head-On
as a Couple

Everyone feels overwhelmed from time to time. When these feelings last for extended periods of time they can be referred to as “overwhelm”. Feeling chronically overwhelmed can lead a person to feel totally overpowered by a concern or a situation. In relationships where one partner is experiencing this there can be an immeasurable amount of stress.

When one partner experiences emotional overwhelm, it may be difficult for their other half to understand what they may be going through. This type of misunderstanding may even lead one to believe that their partner is simply overreacting. This can further increase anxiety and depression. Couples may want to seek professional help to move through emotional overwhelm and address the impact it may be having on their relationship.

Is Your Marriage Affected by Overwhelm?

The effects of overwhelm may emerge at any time in your marriage. There are many external factors that can lead to feeling overwhelmed. Couples are faced with issues such as parenting, work obligations, social obligations, emotional conflicts, aging parents…. just to name a few!

When faced with life’s stressors and obligations you may find that you and your spouse are turning away from one another rather than toward each other. This can mean seeking companions outside marriage, constant irritability, avoidance of doing tasks, endless conflicts and arguments, etc. In the end, an overwhelmed marriage can result in your both thinking or acting in total indifference for each other’s welfare and well-being.

How Can Counseling Help My Marriage?

Counseling can help individuals get in touch with their inner emotions and help them discover what is contributing to their emotional overwhelm. Counseling will not only help those feeling overwhelmed; it will also give the other partner a chance to understand and grow with their partner in finding ways to overcome distress.

If you or your partner are going through emotional overwhelm, you don’t need to struggle alone. You can get help – help that will lighten your load and make the healing process less painful. Licensed, independently contracted therapists are available. Call Carolina Counseling Services – Southern Pines, NC and take the first step to a brighter tomorrow.

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