What you’re experiencing—feeling uncomfortable when people around you are happy and enjoying—can be a real emotional reaction, but it’s not necessarily a psychological disorder on its own. It may be a temporary feeling tied to what you’re going through internally: unresolved sadness, emotional numbness, loneliness, or even a sense of disconnection. Sometimes, when we’re not feeling okay ourselves, other people’s happiness can feel like a painful reminder of what we’re missing, which can trigger guilt, shame, or even envy.
But if this feeling persists, happens often, or starts interfering with your relationships or self-worth, it could point toward something deeper—like depression, low self-esteem, or even emotional burnout. Therapy can help unpack the “why” behind this discomfort and teach you to sit with it, explore it, and eventually shift how you relate to joy—both yours and others’.
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Answered2025-04-16 17:24:41
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