Many people have a hard time admitting when they're angry—even to themselves. Owning and sharing feelings of anger can be especially hard when the target is your significant other. Most of us prefer to avoid conflict as much as possible.

Nevertheless, hidden anger doesn't magically disappear if you bury it. The negative energy has to go somewhere, and it often shows up in these common signs.

If you're secretly angry at your partner, you might be quick to deny it—even before anyone has asked. For example, maybe you find yourself complaining to a friend about something your partner does, and you say to them, "I'm not mad, I just..." A little probing often reveals that the denial is an unconscious acknowledgment of your true feelings.

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