When someone is under an extreme amount of stress, they sometimes lash out at others in an obvious way.<br />But there are other non-direct expressions of stress that can be just as damaging.<br />Here are seven ways we unknowingly take our stress out on other people.<br />1. You shut down and self-isolate, as the idea of interacting with others causes even more stress.<br />2. You vent to other people without respecting their emotional boundaries or returning the favor.<br />3. You heavily rely on one person, causing them to feel drained and powerless to help.<br />4. You don’t have the capacity to emotionally be there for others.<br />5. You have negative beliefs about emotional vulnerability so you pretend to be fine. <br />6. You dump your issue onto someone else and leave them to find a solution. <br />7. You offer to help and then act resentful while doing it.
