Is it healthy to suppress feelings for someone?

“Suppressing your emotions, whether it’s anger, sadness, grief or frustration, can lead to physical stress on your body. The effect is the same, even if the core emotion differs,” says provisional clinical psychologist Victoria Tarratt. “We know that it can affect blood pressure, memory and self-esteem.”

Can feelings be suppressed?

Studies have shown that suppressing emotions actually endangers your health and well-being, both physically and psychologically. Emotional suppression (having a stiff upper lip or “sucking it up”) might decrease outward expressions of emotion but not the inner emotional experience.

Why can’t I suppress my emotions?

It takes a lot of energy to suppress your emotions, much like it does when you hold an inflated beach ball down underwater. This is because emotions are meant to be acknowledged and expressed in some way. They aren’t supposed to control you, yet they also aren’t to be ignored. Therefore, your emotions will work themselves out in some way.

Is suppressing your feelings hurting your relationships?

Suppressing your feelings also negatively impacts your relationships. This is because if you aren’t showing up with your real feelings, then you aren’t showing up with the real you.

How do you know if you are unable to control your emotions?

Symptoms associated with being unable to control emotions include: 1 being overwhelmed by feelings 2 feeling afraid to express emotions 3 feeling angry, but not knowing why 4 feeling out of control 5 having difficulty understanding why you feel the way you do 6 misusing drugs or alcohol to hide or “numb” your emotions

Do you gain weight by suppressing your feelings?

You might gain weight by suppressing your feelings. Many people who let negative responses get to them find an outlet in comfort foods. While they might taste great and provide temporary relief, unfortunately, they can also cause a myriad of health issues.