12 signos del zodiaco: Qué hace cada signo cuando no es feliz en una relación

When someone is dissatisfied in a relationship, their zodiac sign may tell a lot about how they deal with it (or don’t). Do Aquarians become silent? Does a Taurus dig their heels? And what about those fiery Leos? Are they voicing their displeasure?

So let me tell you how each zodiac sign behaves when they are no longer experiencing love. Whether you’re seeking to figure out who you are or how your relationship behaves, we have the answers.

¿Tienes curiosidad por descubrir cómo actúa tu signo cuando las cosas se ponen difíciles? Si es así, ¡siga leyendo!

1. Aries

When Aries personalities slowly start shutting you out of their lives, it means they’re not very happy about the direction of your relationship. They will just start acting colder to the point where you will wonder if you’re still even in a real relationship. They will usually be communicative and will be open for discussions and opening up, but if they stop sharing their feelings, thoughts, and moods, then something is wrong.

A los Aries les encanta la pasión, y cuando esa chispa se apaga, lo sienten más profundamente que la mayoría. En lugar de abordar directamente sus emociones, a menudo se retraen de forma sutil, reduciendo los gestos afectuosos y estando menos presentes en las actividades compartidas.

Si la tensión se prolonga, aflorará su franqueza característica y es posible que arremetan de forma inesperada, incapaces de seguir reprimiendo su frustración. Odian sentirse estancados y es probable que busquen un subidón de adrenalina en otra parte, ya sea a través de salidas sociales, entrenamientos intensos o lanzándose a nuevos retos para distraerse de su malestar emocional.

En el peor de los casos, Aries puede volverse impulsivo y temerario en su infelicidad. Pueden empezar a pelearse por asuntos triviales, con la esperanza de provocar alguna reacción en su pareja.

Aunque no les gusta la deshonestidad, pueden ser evasivos sobre lo que realmente quieren, esperando que la relación se arregle por arte de magia o se extinga por sí sola. Si un Aries llega a esta etapa, su corazón ya está a medio camino de la puerta, y recuperar su atención requerirá un esfuerzo sincero y una discusión seria sobre sus necesidades y deseos.

2. Taurus

Whenever a Taurus is feeling particularly unhappy in a relationship, they become overly invested in making their lives appear as “happy” as possible. The image that they project to people will be of utmost importance to them. They will exaggerate the happiness in their lives by showing off on social media and in real life. They will be boring on social media feeds with happy photos and selfies in an effort to conceal their true unhappiness.

Taurus values stability and consistency, which means they will cling tightly to the structure of their relationship, even if it’s no longer fulfilling. They have a deep fear of change and will exhaust every effort to make things work before admitting defeat.

Esto se manifiesta a menudo en una mayor atención a las apariencias externas, no solo en las redes sociales, sino también en su vida cotidiana. Es posible que inviertan más tiempo en su casa, su vestuario o incluso sus rutinas, tratando de encontrar consuelo en la familiaridad mientras evitan el verdadero problema.

Si las cosas continúan deteriorándose, su naturaleza obstinada entra en acción, haciendo casi imposible que inicien una ruptura. Se resistirán a la confrontación y preferirán la resistencia pasiva.

They might become increasingly unresponsive to their partner’s needs or requests, subtly distancing themselves until their unhappiness becomes undeniable. If they reach the breaking point, they won’t leave impulsively—they’ll leave only when they’re absolutely certain there’s no way back, and once they do, there’s no changing their mind.

3. Géminis

Once Geminis are not satisfied in their relationships, they will accidentally affect other spheres of life in a bad way. They will screw up work, their social circles, etc. It may be because of the fact that they get heavily invested in their relationships and can’t fathom the thought of being in a dysfunctional one.

A Géminis le encantan la emoción, la comunicación y la estimulación intelectual en las relaciones. Cuando estos elementos empiezan a desvanecerse, es posible que al principio intenten compensarlo excediéndose socialmente.

You might find them flitting from one group to another, engaging in endless conversations, or suddenly developing new interests—all in an unconscious attempt to fill the void that their relationship is leaving behind. However, this distraction can lead to them spreading themselves too thin, and eventually, their emotional exhaustion will catch up with them.

Si su infelicidad persiste, su tendencia natural a la incoherencia empeorará. Pueden alternar momentos de compromiso afectuoso con otros de distanciamiento total, confundiéndose a sí mismos y a su pareja.

Gemini struggles with facing emotional discomfort head-on, so they may unintentionally string along their partner while waiting for a “sign” that tells them whether to stay or go. Their restlessness makes it difficult for them to commit to a final decision, but if they feel mentally stifled for too long, they’ll ultimately seek their freedom elsewhere.

4. Cáncer

Cancer becomes petty. They don’t handle unhappiness and discontentment in a relationship very maturely. They do everything they can to release their pent-up unhappiness without having to actually address or fix the reason “why”. Any heavy lifting when it comes to fixing the problem is a big no-no.

Altamente emocional y profundamente intuitivo, Cáncer se toma muy a pecho su insatisfacción, interiorizando a menudo su dolor en lugar de comunicarlo abiertamente. Su mal humor se intensifica, dando lugar a comportamientos pasivo-agresivos y respuestas emocionales exageradas ante problemas menores.

En lugar de enfrentarse a la verdadera causa de su descontento, pueden recurrir a golpes sutiles, hombros fríos o incluso a culpabilizar a su pareja para que les preste más atención.

If their unhappiness festers, they may retreat entirely into their shell, cutting off their partner emotionally while indulging in nostalgic escapism. They might start reminiscing about the “good old days” or seeking comfort in familiar routines and close friendships.

A Cancer’s love is deep, but if they feel consistently neglected, they may begin to emotionally detach, making it difficult to reconnect unless their needs for security and affection are genuinely acknowledged and met.

5. Leo

A Leo in an unhappy relationship will want to espouse a level of fierceness and brutality that you may have never experienced before. When something in their personal lives isn’t aligned with their deepest truth, they become very insecure, lash out, and eventually just start trying to move on.

A los Leo les encanta la admiración y sentirse valorados, así que cuando eso se desvanece en una relación, empiezan a buscar validación en otra parte. Pueden volverse más activos en las redes sociales, publicando contenidos que llamen la atención o pasando más tiempo con amigos que refuercen su ego.

A Leo’s unhappiness doesn’t sit quietly—it roars. They might make grand declarations about needing more or suddenly start pushing for dramatic changes, hoping their partner will step up and rekindle the spark.

At their core, Leos are loyal, but if they feel unappreciated for too long, they will start emotionally distancing themselves. They may throw themselves into new endeavors or hobbies that make them feel powerful again. If they reach a breaking point, they won’t just leave quietly—they’ll make sure their exit is unforgettable, ensuring they remain the center of attention even in their departure.

6. Virgo

Virgos will try to distract themselves as much as possible. They will throw themselves into anything new and engage in other hobbies or points of interest. Virgos are passionate by nature, but they’re also easily paranoid. If a Virgo you know is suddenly taking on too many new hobbies, it may be a sign of their unhappiness.

A deeply analytical sign, Virgo will first attempt to “fix” the relationship by overanalyzing every possible cause of their dissatisfaction. They may bring up small grievances repeatedly, obsessing over details that seem trivial but, to them, signify deeper issues.

Su naturaleza perfeccionista les llevará a esforzarse más, reorganizando aspectos de la relación con la esperanza de que la estructura les devuelva la satisfacción emocional.

If their efforts fail, Virgo’s withdrawal will become apparent. They may appear preoccupied, spending more time alone, working late, or avoiding deep conversations. They don’t easily let go, but once they’ve mentally checked out, they’ve already started planning their next move.

By the time they verbalize their unhappiness, they’ve likely already accepted the end and are preparing for a life without their partner.

7. Libra

Los Libra se sumergirán en su trabajo y sus carreras siempre que sientan que sus relaciones están en problemas. Los Libra son conocidos por ser muy trabajadores. Por otro lado, son extremadamente productivos, así que todos sus problemas tienen al menos su lado positivo.

Libras hate conflict and will go to great lengths to avoid outright confrontation, often pretending everything is fine even when it’s not.

Se ocuparán de su trabajo, su vida social y sus actividades creativas, con la esperanza de que su infelicidad se resuelva por sí sola o simplemente desaparezca con suficientes distracciones. Su encanto natural y su tendencia a complacer a la gente pueden llevarles incluso a mostrarse demasiado complacientes, enmascarando su insatisfacción en lugar de afrontarla.

Sin embargo, cuando ya no puedan ignorar su descontento, empezarán a sentirse atrapados y resentidos. En esta fase, pueden empezar a buscar validación fuera de la relación, ya sea a través de amistades o flirteos casuales.

A Libra’s exit isn’t usually abrupt; they will subtly create distance, making it clear they are no longer emotionally invested before finally making a move to end things.

8. Escorpio

They are the synonym for intensity. There are very few people on Earth who are as intense as the Scorpio people are. But when they are unhappy in relationships, they honestly won’t be able to carry on with it for long. Their emotions will rip through them too quickly.

Scorpios feel everything on a profound level, so when they’re unhappy, it manifests in strong, often overwhelming ways.

They may become more secretive, retreating into themselves rather than discussing their feelings openly. If they suspect betrayal or emotional neglect, their natural paranoia kicks in, and they might start testing their partner’s loyalty, even setting up “traps” to confirm their suspicions.

Rather than immediately leaving, a Scorpio will often go through an internal battle, oscillating between wanting to fix things and preparing for a full-blown exit. If their trust has been eroded beyond repair, they won’t just leave quietly; they’ll ensure their departure is felt, whether through a dramatic confrontation or cutting off all contact without a second thought.

9. Sagitario

Las personalidades de Sagitario adoptan enfoques pasivo-agresivos cuando se sienten infelices en una relación. Tienen arrebatos que parecen surgir de la nada, o ataques de ira canalizados de forma inapropiada, y tienen tendencia a enfadarse mucho incluso por los asuntos más sencillos.

Sagitario valora la libertad y la aventura, por lo que cuando se siente atrapado en una relación insatisfactoria, su frustración aumenta rápidamente.

Pueden empezar a pasar más tiempo fuera de casa, planear viajes solos o dar prioridad a la exploración personal sobre su relación. En lugar de abordar el problema directamente, pueden recurrir a comentarios sarcásticos o comportamientos imprudentes como forma de desahogar su insatisfacción.

If things don’t improve, their detachment becomes more apparent. They struggle with serious emotional confrontations and may opt for avoidance instead. Eventually, rather than trying to fix things, they may choose to simply walk away, believing that the world is too vast and full of possibilities to stay stuck in an unhappy situation.

10. Capricornio

Los Capricornio son fanáticos del control. Tratan de identificar los problemas y trabajar en ellos, incluso si en realidad, la relación probablemente no es posible de arreglar. Por eso se asustan enormemente cuando se ven incapaces de controlar el triste estado de sus relaciones.

Capricorns see relationships as investments, and they don’t easily give up on something they’ve put time and effort into.

However, when they’re unhappy, they’ll respond by doubling down on control, micromanaging every aspect of the relationship in an attempt to “fix” what feels broken. They will analyze, strategize, and push their partner toward self-improvement, hoping logic will outweigh emotion.

But when they realize that their structured approach isn’t working, their frustration mounts. They may become cold, focusing entirely on their career or other goals while emotionally checking out of the relationship. When a Capricorn finally decides to leave, they do so decisively, often having planned every detail of their exit well in advance.

11. Acuario

Los Acuario son seres bastante dramáticos. Se les ocurren grandes y grandiosos sueños y objetivos, y los persiguen. Se trasladan a otros países, crean empresas o emprenden otros proyectos impresionantes.

Cuando se sienten infelices, se convierten en las personas más egoístas que jamás hayas conocido. No se preocupan lo suficiente y, la mayoría de las veces, dejan que la relación muera por sí sola.

En lugar de afrontar el malestar emocional de frente, un Acuario infeliz se sumergirá en proyectos ambiciosos, a menudo a expensas de su pareja.

They may detach emotionally, prioritizing their intellectual pursuits over relationship matters. Their aloofness makes it difficult to gauge just how unhappy they are until they’ve already decided to leave.

12. Piscis

Pisces gets very uncomfortable fairly quickly as compared to others. They don’t like to be tied down by anything that makes them feel unhappy. They may claim that they love you, but if their imaginations begin to wander past building a life with you, they’re not completely happy deep down.

Los Piscis afrontan la insatisfacción evadiéndose en sus fantasías. Pueden recurrir al arte, la música o la ensoñación, evitando por completo la confrontación. En lugar de abordar su infelicidad, pueden retraerse sutilmente, dando prioridad a su propio mundo emocional sobre la realidad de la relación.

Si no se controla, su distancia emocional se acentúa. Seguirán alejándose hasta que ya no sientan ningún apego, momento en el que simplemente lo dejarán ir, esperando que la relación se disuelva por sí sola en lugar de dar el doloroso paso de ponerle fin directamente.