Angry at my husband

Hi everyone, I have a 5 month old. I’m always angry at my husband when he gets home from work. I’m very mean to him and I don’t know how to stop these feelings. When I come home from work, he is so happy. I feel like a bad person. Anyone else feel this way? What did you do to stop being mean?
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It’s never about the other person. Is there any part of you angry at yourself? Maybe try meditating on those feelings when you’re having them to see where they really come from

Hi! Therapist here. Thank you for sharing this, it’s completely understandable to feel overwhelmed right now. Anger often masks an underlying emotion. What else are you feeling when this comes up? Is it exhaustion, frustration, or maybe a need for more support? Reflecting on this and talking openly with your husband about what you need could help. You’re taking an important first step by recognizing this.

The idea that “anger is never about the other person but oneself”, as Rubi suggested, holds some truth - anger often reflects unmet needs or unresolved emotions within us. However, it’s not always that simple. Anger can also be a response to external factors, like feeling disrespected or unsupported by someone else. While it’s important to explore what’s happening inside, it’s equally valid to acknowledge when others’ actions contribute to those feelings. Be kind to yourself as you navigate these emotions - anger is a signal that something needs care and attention.

Sounds like how I feel now with my daughter dad. I struggled with pre partum depression and post partum. Talk to your primary care to get a therapist.

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