I m So In Love So Why Am I Depressed
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I'm So In Love, So Why Am I Depressed?
Summary:
Elayne waited a long time for love, and now that she has it, she's struggling with unexpected depression. Though Todd is everything she wanted?"open, caring, and emotionally available?"Elayne feels something is amiss.
Article:
Elayne couldn't understand why she felt down despite finally having found love. During one of our counseling sessions, she said, "Todd is everything I've been looking for in a man, yet I'm feeling depressed. What's wrong with me?"
"When did these feelings start?" I asked.
"Right after a wonderful weekend together. We got back from an early dinner on Sunday, and Todd wanted to watch a movie. I planned to go to the gym since I hadn't worked out in days. Seeing his disappointment, I skipped the gym to watch the movie with him," she explained.
"And that's when your depression began?"
"Yes. Could skipping the gym really cause this?"
"It's not about the gym per se. Did you enjoy the movie?" I asked.
"I did, partly because I love spending time with him, but I still feel unsettled."
"The issue might be that you're prioritizing Todd’s feelings over your own. You skipped the gym out of fear of upsetting him. If you genuinely chose the movie over the gym, depression wouldn't have ensued. What were you afraid would happen if you'd gone?"
"I feared his anger and withdrawal," Elayne replied.
"So, you chose losing yourself over the risk of losing him, correct?"
"Yes, exactly."
"You prioritized controlling his feelings over meeting your own needs."
"I see that now. I was controlling him by not going to the gym, even without realizing it," she admitted.
"Think of your feelings as a child and Todd's as another child. Neglecting your child to care for his would naturally lead to depression."
"Oh, that's why I feel depressed! I've been disregarding my needs to focus on his. This relationship is tough! I felt trapped and resentful, like he was restricting me. And skipping the gym dampened my attraction to him."
"Right. Todd might unintentionally manipulate you with his disappointment. Does he react similarly in other situations?"
"Yes, he often feels hurt and rejected when I don't comply. Now I see we're both trying to control each other, which isn't working."
Elayne decided to discuss her insights with Todd. Luckily, Todd was open to understanding both his behavior and Elayne's feelings. She resolved to focus on her own needs rather than taking responsibility for Todd’s emotions. By doing so, her depression lifted as she began nurturing herself.
This experience taught Elayne the importance of balancing personal needs with those of a partner's, ultimately leading to healthier relationships.
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