Is it normal to regret your marriage?
Yes, it’s normal to have moments when you regret getting married, especially during conflict or a rough stretch. If the regret is persistent or tied to feeling unsafe or deeply unhappy, it’s worth taking seriously rather than brushing off.
A lot of people have a “What have I done?” moment during a hard period in their marriage. Stress, resentment, unmet needs, or simply missing the freedom of being single can bring up regret without meaning you never loved your partner or that the marriage is doomed.
What matters is whether it’s an occasional feeling that passes, or a steady sense that this relationship isn’t right for you. You don’t have to make a big decision based on one bad week, but you also don’t have to talk yourself out of a pattern that keeps hurting. An honest conversation—or help from a couples counselor or someone you trust—can help you sort out what the regret is telling you.