Self neglect: What does it look like? Psychologist explains

Published on Aug 06, 2024 07:40 PM IST

From negative self-talk to suppressing our sadness and frustration, here are a few signs of self-neglect that we should be aware of.

Share Via

Copy Link

1 / 6

When we do not prioritise ourselves and our emotions, we end up neglecting ourselves. “Are you neglecting yourself and your emotions? If your emotions were not tended to enough as a child, you may have learned that your emotional needs aren’t a priority. Even if your emotions were cared for as a child, you might have learned to suppress them at some point,” wrote Psychologist Carolyn Rubenstein as she explained the signs of self-neglect.(Unsplash)

Published on Aug 06, 2024 07:40 PM IST

When we do not prioritise ourselves and our emotions, we end up neglecting ourselves. “Are you neglecting yourself and your emotions? If your emotions were not tended to enough as a child, you may have learned that your emotional needs aren’t a priority. Even if your emotions were cared for as a child, you might have learned to suppress them at some point,” wrote Psychologist Carolyn Rubenstein as she explained the signs of self-neglect.(Unsplash)

2 / 6

Instead of addressing the difficult emotions such as sadness, anger and frustration, we choose to suppress and ignore them. (Unsplash)

Published on Aug 06, 2024 07:40 PM IST

Instead of addressing the difficult emotions such as sadness, anger and frustration, we choose to suppress and ignore them. (Unsplash)

3 / 6

We usually avoid situations where we may require to be vulnerable, such as intimate relationships or deep conversations. (Unsplash)

Published on Aug 06, 2024 07:40 PM IST

We usually avoid situations where we may require to be vulnerable, such as intimate relationships or deep conversations. (Unsplash)

4 / 6

We tend to prioritise and focus on the needs and feelings of others, rather than putting ourselves first. (Unsplash)

Published on Aug 06, 2024 07:40 PM IST

We tend to prioritise and focus on the needs and feelings of others, rather than putting ourselves first. (Unsplash)

5 / 6

We do not focus on our own happiness. We consciously reject things that can bring us joy, relaxation and a sense of fulfillment. (Unsplash)

Published on Aug 06, 2024 07:40 PM IST

We do not focus on our own happiness. We consciously reject things that can bring us joy, relaxation and a sense of fulfillment. (Unsplash)

6 / 6

We have a harsh inner critic, and we use negative talk. We also internalise the blame and shame for everything that goes wrong.(Unsplash)

Published on Aug 06, 2024 07:40 PM IST

We have a harsh inner critic, and we use negative talk. We also internalise the blame and shame for everything that goes wrong.(Unsplash)

News / Photos / Lifestyle Photos / Self neglect: What does it look like? Psychologist explains

SHARE

Copy

Whatsapp Twitter Facebook Linkedin

Copyright © 2025 HT Digital Streams Limited. All Rights Reserved.

Story Saved

Live Score

Your Subscription Plan

Saved Articles

Subscribe Now!

Follow Us On

.affilate-product { padding: 12px 10px; border-radius: 4px; box-shadow: 0 0 6px 0 rgba(64, 64, 64, 0.16); background-color: #fff; margin: 0px 0px 20px; } .affilate-product #affilate-img { width: 110px; height: 110px; position: relative; margin: 0 auto 10px auto; box-shadow: 0px 0px 0.2px 0.5px #00000017; border-radius: 6px; } #affilate-img img { max-width: 100%; max-height: 100%; position: absolute; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); } .affilate-heading { font-size: 16px; color: #000; font-family: "Lato",sans-serif; font-weight:700; margin-bottom: 15px; } .affilate-price { font-size: 24px; color: #424242; font-family: 'Lato', sans-serif; font-weight:900; } .affilate-price del { color: #757575; font-size: 14px; font-family: 'Lato', sans-serif; font-weight:400; margin-left: 10px; text-decoration: line-through; } .affilate-rating .discountBadge { font-size: 12px; border-radius: 4px; font-family: 'Lato', sans-serif; font-weight:400; color: #ffffff; background: #fcb72b; line-height: 15px; padding: 0px 4px; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; min-width: 63px; height: 24px; text-align: center; margin-left: 10px; } .affilate-rating .discountBadge span { font-family: 'Lato', sans-serif; font-weight:900; margin-left: 5px; } .affilate-discount { display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: end; margin-top: 10px } .affilate-rating { font-size: 13px; font-family: 'Lato', sans-serif; font-weight:400; color: black; display: flex; align-items: center; } #affilate-rating-box { width: 48px; height: 24px; color: white; line-height: 17px; text-align: center; border-radius: 2px; background-color: #508c46; white-space: nowrap; display: inline-flex; justify-content: center; align-items: center; gap: 4px; margin-right: 5px; } #affilate-rating-box img { height: 12.5px; width: auto; } #affilate-button{ display: flex; flex-direction: column; position: relative; } #affilate-button img { width: 58px; position: absolute; bottom: 42px; right: 0; } #affilate-button button { width: 101px; height: 32px; font-size: 14px; cursor: pointer; text-transform: uppercase; background: #00b1cd; text-align: center; color: #fff; border-radius: 4px; font-family: 'Lato',sans-serif; font-weight:900; padding: 0px 16px; display: inline-block; border: 0; } @media screen and (min-width:1200px) { .affilate-product #affilate-img { margin: 0px 20px 0px 0px; } .affilate-product { display: flex; position: relative; } .affilate-info { width: calc(100% - 130px); min-width: calc(100% - 130px); display: flex; flex-direction: column; justify-content: space-between; } .affilate-heading { margin-bottom: 8px; } .affilate-rating .discountBadge { position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 12px; margin: 0; } #affilate-button{ flex-direction: row; gap:20px; align-items: center; } #affilate-button img { width: 75px; position: relative; top: 4px; } }