How do I deal with my Moody Girlfriend??

United States
March 16, 2008 1:30am CST
I've never had any major problems in my past relationships but this current relationship that I'm in is really killing me. My girlfriend is really Moody! One moment she's lovey dovey and the next minute she's angry or maybe more like irritated as hell. I like to joke around for the most part but sometimes she just takes things too seriously and so I sometimes find myself having to pull back my tongue or think before I say something just so that our day won't turn to hell. I'm starting to get irritated myself at times because of her behavior and I'm really lost as to how to deal with this situation. We have our good days but for the most part, every day turns into a bad day because she always has something to complain about. I'm fed up! Help me people!
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51 responses
• India
16 Mar 08
hey this happens with almost everyone.small fights and simple mode offs are part of all relationship.dont get upst with these small and silly things.and more important is that dont get frustrated with your partner.because frustrations will start bringing distance between you two. A simple way of getting over it is as you said you joke around.and when she gets angry just be silent.and just let her pour out what she feels.once she brings out whats in then she will feel a bit better.and more over when she feels that she has hurt you then she will feel and become better.but do remember that when she brings out herself dont be angry.because when both of you angry then situation will get worse. Njoy
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@nicksy (178)
• Philippines
16 Mar 08
i agree, how much do you love her??? if not that much compare from your previous relatioships, then stop being a martyr, and that is her lost. i you really love her, then understand her WHY is she behaving like that, maybe she is just testing you on how would you react in her behavior, or maybe she has some problems that you don't know, well it is up to you on how will you respond on her actions, and beng a buffer on her actions.
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@djmarion (4898)
• Philippines
16 Mar 08
relationship is a two way traffic, and when you enter a relationship you are entering a zone which would make or break your being. i suggest you talk to your partner and try to patch things up, ask her what she really feel towards you and if she really wants to make your relationship last, if her answer is yes then its a call, tell her what you really feel and open your heart out against her behavior which makes you sick, tell her what you're thinking and ask her to try to control her temper. if she really loves you and want to work out your relationship, she will definitely be willing to make amends. otherwise leave her and find another lady who can make you feel more loved.
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@lucky_witch (2707)
• Philippines
16 Mar 08
WEll, I think there is nothing left to do but talk to her. if she is really moody and in some point, its getting out of hand, then she should know. Because if not, time will come you will be fed up and tired. As of now, there is a possibility that you could save your relationship if you talk to her. The earlier, the better. thats the best thing that you could do. You cant be patient for the rest of your life.
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• United States
16 Mar 08
my wife of 22 years was always MOODY..i knew about this before we got married and it does not get better with age. she can really ruin MY mood as I have had parties, vacations, and relations with family and friends ruined because of her moods. she is so rude to me at times and she is never going to change. This is a real pain in the backside as moody people will pull you down...but you always hurt the one you love..so good luck...
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@a1intnet (248)
• Mauritius
16 Mar 08
How much do you like this girl? Are you willing to see it through with her? Perhaps she needs to see a doctor about her hormone levels.
• Philippines
16 Mar 08
Sounds like me. Well, my advice to you is, ask her why she's irritated. More often than not, there could be something that is bothering her that she hasn't shared with you. It may be about your relationship, or something that happened at work, or at home, or maybe she is just PMSing.
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@aowaow (1516)
• Indonesia
16 Mar 08
sjd3rd above query is right, when you had read that book, your opinion will be changed, and you will never ask the similar thing. Not only girl that can be in moody state, even a male can. Sometimes we need her, but she is not in mood to "give us", so what we need is tolerate, because sometimes man feels want to be alone. That's a sick stuff for the time when his woman want to be listened to. So, what you had to do is tolerate this moody, please Don't try to become a sensitive guy. Try to approach her, no matter She is in very bad mood, ask her, if you can't enter for that, release it, don't push her anymore. But next time, try to dig it up, and she will feel better. Good luck.
@sdj3rd (65)
• Philippines
17 Mar 08
thank you for agreeing with me.
@ayou82 (3450)
• Philippines
17 Mar 08
I am a moody girlfriend.. what my hubby always do to please me he always make funny faces and buy me my favourite ice cream.
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• United States
17 Mar 08
Have you talked with her about this? It really all comes down to if she is willing to compromise or if you are willing to deal with it. Good Luck
@gxnfly (1147)
• China
16 Mar 08
That's tough.I think you should have a talk with her ,tell her about your feelings about her .Try to let her control herself.If that failed ,maybe you should give both of you some space,take a break.figure things out,see if you can fix your relationship.If not,maybe just let yourself go,and let her go.
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• India
16 Mar 08
oh lucky you have girfriend i doesn't have idea to much but i will share some tips to keep your girfreind happy. first don't say anything that will offenf her or hurt her. get something beautiful because you care for her, ask her what would she likes to do which satisfy her or which kepps him smile and happy. be confident and be proud of being who you are and give always nice comments on her. when you listening music by ipod or mobile you shold share an ear with her, this you will get chance or excuse to hold her hand and put your arm around her. walk her to classes or give her lift till his school or college if you are in same school or college. Always try to keep happy to her parents by talking betterly and make good impresion on her parents because they can become your greatest allies in the long run. go out somewhere and have some fun and alway hold her hand while watching movies. Always learn to love what she does.
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@Sarah187 (90)
16 Mar 08
Most women find themselves getting moody because they actually resent their partner for not doing enough and life not being fair enough. Maybe take time to do some of the houssework for her and give her some time to chill out and have a bath or do something girly to pamper herself. Also she may be feeling like your jokey remarks are lowering her confidence and they may make her feel unloved and taken for granted. They best way to sort it is to make it up to her and go easy on the joking in the future. Make her a nice meal and run her a hot bath and make some 'cute' jokes rather than creud or nasty. She will soon come round to the fact your a nice man really and there is no need to argue so much! Hope it helps or if not hope you find another way to sort out your girlfriend. One last tip is that there is normally a particular moody part of the month that lasts a few days!! Tread carefully on these special days!!!
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@Jamielin (18)
• Singapore
16 Mar 08
Yup yup, be glad that you have a girlfriend to pamper. That aside, while we can all tolerate occasional mood swings and outbursts, Jamie believes in mutual understanding and heart to heart talks. The way you describe your situation, it seems like she is more emotionally unstable rather than moody. Does she know that you are feeling this way? Better still, does she know that she is behaving out of the norm? If I were you, I would sit her down and have a heart to heart talk... =)
@emeraldisle (13139)
• United States
16 Mar 08
As others have suggested I would recommend sitting down and talking with her. Find out what is causing the mood swings or the behavior. Be open, honest and make sure you listen as well as talk. I noticed you said you like to joke around, it could be you joke too much or perhaps she doesn't get the jokes and feels you are being serious. Also sometimes people can take it all the wrong way. So that might be something to consider. Sit down and be serious while talking with her about what is going on between you. Tell her your concerns and find out from her what is going on. It might have nothing to do with you but unless the two of you talk I don't see your relationship doing too well over the years.
• Canada
16 Mar 08
Hello emeraldisle, You offer some great things to consider about communication and have given some good advice. An important thing I've noticed is that you have reminded, "It might have nothing to do with you[...]" So often, we believe that peoples' behaviors are directly related to us, or something we did or said. And sometimes, we believe we can 'fix' other people by 'being nicer' or behaving better ourselves - WITHOUT first ASKING where the problem lies.
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@emeraldisle (13139)
• United States
16 Mar 08
Exactly one does need to ask and find out because assumption is the Mother of all Mistakes. I hope you get the chance to talk with her and see if you can't find some common ground. Figure out what bugs her (whether it's you, the moon or what have you) and find out if there is anything you can do about it. There might not be but sometimes even just being willing to listen and take what she says seriously can be a big help.
@aerous (13434)
• Philippines
8 Nov 12
You need to talk to her and ask what really the problem why she is acting like that. There might be reason...
@andy77e (5156)
• United States
27 Jul 10
There's a huge difference between being moody and having typical disagreements. You'll never find a wife that you don't have disagreements and arguments that you need to work through. That's normal in marriage, and in fact should be expected. However, if she really is simply unable to control her own emotions, or blows tiny things out of proportions, I'm afraid there is no magic wand to fix people. From what you have written, it sounds like this her normal behavior. You can't change someone else. It's not possible. For example if you smoke, no one has the power to force you to quit smoking. Only you can determine you want to quit smoking, and then do so. Similarly, if she is ok with being moody, and letting her emotions ruin the whole day, you can't stop her from doing that. The bottom line is, are you going to put up with it? Sounds like you are not, and honestly that's not a fault on your part. Granted you should do everything you can to improve yourself. How could you expect her to change if you are not willing? But beyond that, who wants to live their life stuck with someone who lives in a constant rain cloud? If I were in your shoes, once I know I've done everything reasonable to improve the situation, and it remains the same... I'll tell her that our relationship is over. Wish her the best, give her a hug goodbye. Leave on the best possible terms, but ultimately, life is too short to live in Moodyville. If you were married, I'd advise getting counseling. Marriage is something worth fighting for. But this is a girlfriend. Don't ruin your life over a friend.
@shylade (3132)
• Philippines
12 Jul 12
Well if you love her that much they help her. How? Try to talk to her about how you feel, as much as possible be open with each other. Sometimes there are things that can't be said and that transforms to actions. Maybe she has reason why she' suddenly act differently. Ask her why she acts that way, let her express herself and know why she complains. I believe that there's a reason beyond everything. Extend your patience, stay calm when she's in tantrums. By the way, how old is she?
@JER616 (545)
• Philippines
7 Nov 12
This early I am advising you to dump her before your relationship deepens and you commit further mistake of marrying her. The Bible has this to say about girls of this type: "A foolish son is the calamity of his father; and the contentions of a wife are a continual dropping." --- Proverbs 19:13 "As a jewel of gold in a swine's snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion." --- Proverbs 11:22 "It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman in a wide house." --- Proverbs 21:9 "It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman." --- Proverbs 21:19 "A continual dropping in a very rainy day and a contentious woman are alike." --- Proverbs 27:15
• Philippines
5 Nov 12
You should talk to her and say what's on your mind. Tell her that she's being too moody and maybe she would like to tone down a little as it is starting to affect your relationship negatively. Just talk things over with her, communication is a vital key to make a relationship work. Good luck!