Hello! I'll give you a big hug.
From what you've said, it's clear that your girlfriend is very dominant and speaks harshly. You're asking what you should do.
I put myself in your shoes and I remember a saying I once heard: such a person doesn't break up, but stays for the New Year.
It might sound a bit crude, but if your girlfriend really makes you feel bad, why don't you break up with her? After all, she's not your wife, and you can divorce your wife, right?
So, why don't you just end it?
Don't worry, just keep reading, take a deep breath, and let me continue.
In general, people tend to make decisions about breaking up or divorcing based on their natural instincts to seek out benefits and avoid harm.
It's like some people who have said they're getting a divorce many times, but end up getting back together. It's just that they feel that breaking up will cost them more than staying together will give them, that breaking up will reduce their sense of security and increase their anxiety.
So, think about what you've gained from this relationship. Is it more important to you than the sadness caused by your girlfriend's dominance?
If there were a scale, with the loss of the relationship on one side and the gains from the difficult relationship on the other, you'd probably weigh more on the side of gains than losses.
There's a Japanese book called "Wives Who Resent But Don't Divorce" that actually talks about this. Think about it: if we all hated our husbands so much that we wanted them dead, why don't we just divorce them?
Of course, the benefits of not getting divorced outweigh the disadvantages.
Or maybe your girlfriend wants to stay with a boyfriend who keeps asking questions and doesn't seem to understand what she says. It's possible she also benefits from the relationship. Think about what you both gain from each other. Why are you willing to stay in this relationship? What kind of needs does it satisfy, emotional or otherwise?
As the old saying goes, you can't have gains without pain. If you look at relationships from an economic perspective, you'll find that everyone has a scale in their heart. The standard for this scale may have to be found in the subconscious.
You're here asking a question, so you still want to continue the relationship. Let's see how we can improve it.
To be honest, I'm not sure what you can do.
What are you hoping to achieve by asking this question? Is it about how to get along with your girlfriend?
Or maybe you're looking for ways to change your girlfriend's opinion of you? Or to make her less dominant?
But the truth is, we can only change ourselves. We can influence other people with our words and actions, though.
At the same time, relationships involve two people, so it's best for both people to work together to change the relationship.
In terms of how you communicate with your girlfriend, it seems like she's good at making accusations and you're good at compromising. I made up these two methods to show that there might be other reasons behind your two communication styles.
It's probably the communication style you learned during your upbringing with an important other person in your relationship. Simply put, it's not your fault or hers that you're used to it.
You can say that you're probably more like someone from your own upbringing, so you'll probably deal with this person in the same way you've dealt with others in the past.
What can you do? First, stay calm and talk to your girlfriend about it. I suggest you read the book "Nonviolent Communication" and its practical version.
Nonviolent communication has four main parts: observation, feelings, needs, and requests.
Observation is about stating the facts, looking at things objectively, and describing what you see and understand in an objective way.
Feelings are about sharing how you really feel and what you're feeling at the moment.
What result do you need to express?
Finally, let her know what you want and what you need from her.
Think about what you've gained from this relationship and what's helping you stick with it. Then, think about what you're willing to give up for this relationship and what you can offer in return.
In terms of communication methods, I'd suggest checking out the book "Nonviolent Communication."
I'm a psychological counselor who often feels depressed, but also has moments of positivity and motivation. I love the world and I love you.


Comments
I hear you, and it sounds really tough being in that situation. It's important for both partners to feel respected and understood. Maybe you could try having an open conversation about how her words affect you and look for ways to improve communication together.
It seems like your girlfriend might not realize the impact of her words on you. Sometimes people don't mean to be hurtful but just have a hard time expressing frustration. Could you consider talking to her about setting up some ground rules for how you two communicate during stressful moments?
This must be incredibly difficult for you. It sounds like there's a lot of pressure and fear in your interactions. It might help to address this issue directly by discussing your feelings with her and expressing the need for more supportive communication. Therapy could also be beneficial for both of you.
Feeling constantly judged and criticized can take a serious toll on anyone's selfesteem. It might be helpful to bring up these concerns gently with your girlfriend and suggest finding a way to handle disagreements more constructively. Mutual respect is key in any relationship.
It's heartbreaking to hear that you're feeling this way. Relationships should be a source of support and happiness. Perhaps initiating a calm discussion about your feelings and boundaries could lead to a better understanding between the two of you. Consider what changes you need to feel valued and respected.