When partners are unhappy, they communicate this mostly indirectly. They don't just express unhappiness during arguments - they're meaner, sabotage their partners, and deliberately stir negative emotions. They often have the attitude "If I'm unhappy, you're going to be unhappy too."

Below are seven communication patterns people exhibit when they're unhappy in their relationship. This article isn't meant to be judgmental . Readers may notice they're enacting some patterns and on the receiving end of others.

When a partner exhibits one or two of these behaviors, it may just reflect specific complaints. But when many show up, they usually signal unhappiness. Even if you feel justified in being upset, resentful, or frustrated, it's not helpful to think you have carte blanche to engage in

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