“7 Silent Signs of Unhappiness in Women Who Project Independence: Are You One of Them?”
3) They rarely express their true feelings
Have you ever found yourself smiling through discomfort or biting back tears? Maybe you’ve brushed off a hurtful comment with a laugh, pretending it didn’t sting.
Strong, independent women often find it hard to express their true feelings. They bottle up their emotions, fearing that showing vulnerability will be seen as a sign of weakness.
But here’s the truth.
Ignoring or hiding your emotions doesn’t make them disappear. Instead, it just buries them deep within you, where they fester and grow, feeding into unhappiness.