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You’ve heard it before. You hear it daily. “Women complain so much! They’re always whining about something.”
It’s easy to get frustrated with women who complain, but have you ever stopped to consider that maybe they just have a good reason?
This article will explore 15 reasons why women might be complaining (honestly!).
1) They’re more socially-aware
This is far from a definitive answer, but social awareness is also one of the reasons women are more emotional than men. They’re paying more attention to the moods and feelings of those around them, and they have a greater capacity for empathy as a result.
They are quick to understand the bigger world around them, and other people’s place in it. They’re better at picking up queues from people’s tone of voice, facial expression, body language, and speech patterns, for instance.
This social awareness means that women are more likely to pick up on everything that’s going wrong in the world around them.
When you live your life close to people’s problems and struggles – as many women do – it is natural to be more concerned about these issues.
Women who have been out of the house a lot due to work or studying may have developed a greater interest in politics or current events too.
So, when a woman starts complaining about something, it’s not just because she’s being lazy. She might be actually raising an issue that people are too afraid to speak about for fear of their own safety or well-being.
2) Women are more sensitive to stress
The truth is:
Women and men can’t handle stress in exactly the same way.
Some of this is due to biology – for example, women have less of the hormone called dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), which is a stress hormone. And some of it is due to socialization – women are more likely to take care of their children, which sometimes puts them under a lot more stress.
Women have less testosterone than men and they often have a lower pain threshold too. This happens even without the influence of extra stress hormones!
So this is another reason why you might hear more women complain: their bodies, brains, and minds are more sensitive to stress.
3) They’re natural caretakers and nurturers
Women are natural nurturers.
It’s not just that women often take care of their own children (and husbands) – they also take care of their parents and relatives, even if they don’t live with them. And women also take care of friends and acquaintances who might be going through tough times.
But that’s not all. Women also volunteer to help people. They contribute to fundraising for good causes and they act as counselors for people who are going through difficulties.
It only makes sense, then, that women will complain when they see so much suffering in their world. This is a natural outlet for the desire to help others.
Some people might say that they don’t want to hear complaints. But listening is one of the ways that we can help others who might be suffering. Just because you don’t do anything about a problem doesn’t mean it isn’t there or that it’s not hurting someone else!
4) Women are more mature than men
Many people would jump to this conclusion, assuming that complainers are just whining because they’re not old enough or mature enough. But that’s not the case at all!
The fact of the matter is:
Mature people usually have a deeper understanding of life than immature ones. And some are even quite experienced at dealing with difficult situations and problems.
A woman might complain, therefore, because she has a better grasp on the big picture than a man of the same age. She will have better insights into what’s going on and how it might affect everyone involved.
You might be wondering:
Why are women faster to mature than men?
Here are some possible explanations:
- Women are given more responsibility at an earlier age than men. Girls often have to handle childcare, cooking, housework, and other jobs that might be considered ‘women’s work’ when they are just little kids.
- Girls enjoy being nurturers and caretakers more than boys do. Girls learn this from their mothers.
- Women are more thoughtful and considerate toward others than men are. This can make them seem more mature and intelligent than men often are.
- Women have a greater appreciation for life, health, and love in general than men do. They are therefore better able to deal with difficult situations when they arise.
5) Women are more willing to disclose their feelings
This might be a controversial point to make, but here it is:
Women are much more willing to divulge their feelings than men are.
Many men are afraid of being criticized for showing emotions and they’re wary of being labeled ‘weak’ if they open up about their feelings. They’re also worried about being judged by other people if they share what they’re going through. So, they tend to keep quiet.
Women, on the other hand, don’t face as many of these issues.
They’re more likely to confide in their friends and family about what’s going on emotionally. They might even share their feelings on Facebook!
This is a good thing. Women need an outlet for the difficult things they experience in life, and it’s better for them if they have someone to talk to.
As a consequence of this, you might hear more women complaining than men are. This isn’t because women are whiners – it’s because they have better access to emotional support.
6) They’re constantly comparing themselves with others
One of the hardest parts about being human is that we’re constantly comparing ourselves with others.
This doesn’t happen just in terms of physical appearance, like comparing ourselves with ‘ideal’ bodies. It can also occur in terms of reputation, achievements, and success.
This becomes even more difficult in modern life where social media plays a big part. We’re always looking at other people’s lives for inspiration and feeling jealous about the beautiful things they have or the great successes they’ve achieved.
So, when a woman complains about the way things are, she’s likely comparing her current situation to the lives of other people!
For women, this is extra distressing because they aren’t just concerned about their own lives and achievements. They’re also anxious about how other people see them. That’s why they’ll be reporting on what’s going on around them to friends and family.
7) Women need verbal reassurance and attention
Here’s an interesting fact:
One theory goes that women are more likely to complain because they share this need for verbal reassurance and attention from others.
Some psychologists believe that women are more sensitive, caring, and nurturing than men are. Women might also have feelings of self-worth which means they might need praise from others to feel good about themselves.
When they get it, they’re likely to feel good. When they don’t, they’ll want it more than ever!
So, this might be another reason why you’ll hear more women complain: because of their need for attention and reassurance.
It’s not that women need something to complain about – it’s that they need more reassurance and love than men do. That’s the way it is!
8) Women are more calculating about relationships
A woman’s complaints might also be more calculated. This could be to make someone else feel guilty.
For example, a woman might say something like this:
‘I’m always doing all the housework! Why don’t you help?’
Or, she may say something like this:
‘You work so hard and I don’t know what I’d do without you. All the time that I spend in the office, you’re always out at the weekends. Why don’t you take more responsibility and do more of the housework? I want to feel appreciated.’
In these cases, women might view relationships as a form of manipulation and exploitation. They want their partners to meet all their needs for them. Anything else would be unfair.
They’re just trying to make someone else feel guilty instead of being open about what’s really going on in their lives.
Pro tip:
If your partner is complaining, it might be a good idea to explore the issue further. Ask them what’s really going on and what they’re feeling. This way, you’ll have a better understanding of their situation.
9) They’re more likely to put pressure on themselves
Women are often more motivated than men (in general).
They’re more likely to set high standards for themselves and pursue their goals with single-minded determination. This is a good thing, but it also has its drawbacks.
It means that women put themselves under extra pressure to perform because they believe they’re capable of doing so much. They, therefore, get upset if anything gets in the way of their goals and achievements.
This might lead them to complain more than men do.
10) They have higher requirements for self-love
A woman can become unhappy if she doesn’t feel good about herself.
This is a constant source of worry for her, and it’s what leads her to complain more than men do.
She may feel that she needs approval from the people around her in order to be happy. She may also feel that she needs to do a certain amount of work in order to be ‘loved’ by the people around her.
But, this wouldn’t be a problem if she was happy about herself! Unfortunately, since she’s setting such high standards for herself, it’s going to be difficult for her to achieve them.
So, you’ll hear her complaining more than men because she needs so much from others in order to feel good about herself.
11) They’re not as good at hiding their emotions
This is an unfortunate fact of life:
Women can’t cover up their emotions.
Men, on the other hand, can hide how they’re feeling.
There is a way for men to do this: it’s called repression. This means that they don’t feel the need to express their emotions openly and are, therefore, able to deal with their problems more effectively.
But women aren’t as good at hiding their feelings.
They might be able to take one step back, but they don’t have the cognitive resources or ability to do it on the scale that men do.
So, when women complain, it’s often because they’re feeling very emotional about something. This is particularly true when they get into a disagreement with another person and feel that their honor is at stake.
12) They’re great at picking up social cues
Social cues are signals which help us to understand people’s emotions and behaviors.
A woman is going to notice these much more intensely than a man would. This means that she’s going to be better at reading other people’s feelings, moods, and behaviors. If a woman gets angry or upset, it’s likely to show on her face quite visibly and that will give others clues about what’s going on in her life.
This is another reason why women, in particular, can get upset and complain more than men do!
What’s the solution?
It’s easy to see why women complain more than men do. This difference isn’t just a matter of preference – it has everything to do with biology.
Women are likely to seek out reassurance and aid from others so they can feel good about themselves. They’re also required to be close to other people and interact with them on a daily basis.
Women’s higher standards and expectations of themselves also mean they feel the need to be successful and get everything right.
All of these factors make it more likely that women will complain than men do. When women complain, it’s often because they have specific needs or expectations at the time.
13) Women feel the need to please others
Whenever we feel the need to make someone else happy, we’re going to start focusing on that person.
This can make us focus more on what other people want than what makes us happy.
In this way, it’s possible for a woman to start focusing too much on other people instead of herself. This could lead her to start thinking that she has to try harder so she can be liked by others.
So, women might complain more than men do because they’re more focused on other people and their needs.
14) They’re more guilt-ridden
Guilt is a powerful emotion.
It can be very difficult to manage because it ignites strong feelings of shame, remorse, and even self-hatred.
Women are more likely to experience guilt than men and they’re also more likely to blame themselves when they fail at something. So, women are going to feel guilty much more often than men do.
Their tendency to be more sensitive and emotional will also mean that they’re going to be more vulnerable to negative thoughts and feelings related to guilt.
In situations where they feel guilty, it’s only natural that they’re likely to complain more. This is a way for them to let off some steam.
But also remember that men are just as vulnerable to these negative effects. If they’re sensitive and emotional, then they’re likely to feel guilty when something goes wrong in their lives.
15) They need to feel connected to the people around them
Have you wondered why women seem to like connecting with other people so much?
We’ve already looked at a few reasons why this might be the case. We know that women are hardwired to seek out reassurance and aid from others.
This means they’re going to have more intimate relationships than men and they’re also going to be more sensitive and empathetic. They’re therefore more likely to feel connected to the people around them. This can make them feel happier, but it can also fuel their tendency to complain.
So, women might complain more than men do because they enjoy the company of others and love having a lot of friends.
And this means that they’re going to be more inclined to complain because they have different needs, expectations, and emotions than men.
Final thoughts
Now that you know some of the possible reasons why women complain more than men do, you can see that it’s not just a matter of preference.
It’s also a matter of biology. Women are hardwired to be more emotional and sensitive than men, which means they’re going to experience a lot of things in their lives very differently than men do.
They’re also going to have different needs, expectations, and emotions than men. This is likely to cause them to complain more often than men do.
And that’s not all – women are more likely to be sensitive and feel guilty, which can make it hard for them to deal with problems effectively.
But this isn’t all bad news! By understanding the reasons why girls complain more than boys do, you can learn some valuable life lessons.
