Are You In A Toxic Relationship?
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elationships come in all forms, and in all states. The healthy ones are there, but they’re sometimes harder to come by. They’re also easier to pinpoint, so how do you know if you’re in a toxic relationship? What signs point to you or your partner being absolutely horrid? How can you escape or fix your relationship?
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Is there dishonesty? Lying is a basic human instinct that some of the best people try to avoid. But constant lying is a sign that your partner has little to no respect for your feelings or your relationship. Dishonesty can be a root to other things, like cheating and theft.
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Do you communicate with your partner? The basis of any relationship, whether it be romantic or platonic is healthy communication between the parties. The only way anything can be done or fixed, is if both of you have a constant and proactive flow of communication. Does your partner talk to you?
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He/She takes but doesn’t give. All take and no give is a clear cut sign of toxicity. In any relationship, there needs to be a balance. There needs to be equal share in all aspects and if
First, you look for the signs. • Are you possessive? Is your partner possessive? Does he/she often keep you from friends and family? Does he/she often dictate who you can, or can’t interact with? •
Are they abusive? Abuse doesn’t only mean physical abuse. Abuse can be both physical and emotional. If you’re walking on eggshells or if you’re tense or stressed, your partner may be abusing you emotionally.
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