7 Signs Of A Relationship Lack Of Emotional Support

Illustration of a relationship that lacks emotional support (Pexels/Alex Green)

JAKARTA – In a relationship, especially in a partner relationship, it is necessary to give and receive emotional support to each other. Emotional support or known as emotional support from a partner will certainly be different from support from others.

Based on the description, reported by Marriage, Thursday, October 7, emotional support refers to giving love, attention, reassurance, encouragement, affection, and acceptance to those we love.

For one reason or another, emotional support in relationships often weakens. It can be recognized by the following signs.

1. Feeling distant

Despite having a partner, loneliness can also be experienced, especially when there is a decrease in emotional support. The cause is not certain for one thing, but one feels the distance when sharing and talking less with a partner.

2. Not feeling connected

Tired and annoyed will subside when talking to other people. But if your partner isn't the closest person to you to feel connected to, there may be an emotional distance between you and your partner.

3. Rarely touching physically

Physical intimacy is more than just sex. Holding hands, sitting close together, hugging, and kissing are signs that you and your partner are close to each other. If the physical activity touches the pause for a long time, then the distance that is stretched is too long.

4. Rarely communicate

Not sharing a lot of stories, communicating, and even sending messages reminding one thing marks an emotional support.

5. Not supporting each other

Even though they are committed to being a couple, everyone certainly has their own dreams and goals. A supportive partner is the most influential fan or motivator. Supporting your partner emotionally includes helping your partner get up when they fall.

6. Reluctant to share feelings

Emotions and feelings need to be validated by your partner as your support system. If you feel less confident, for example, your partner can encourage you to be more daring. However, when you get it from other close people, it can be a sign of a lack of emotional intimacy.

7. Not listening to each other

By being a good listener, one will understand. But if you're so busy with your own thoughts that you don't listen to what your partner has to share, then you need to be aware of it and restore emotional closeness just by listening to each other.

Emotional support has a big influence on increasing trust in a relationship. Lack of emotional support can jeopardize the future of the relationship. That is, when you feel distant, try to spend time together and rebuild emotional support.