Michelle Reed
Relationships

6 signs of an unhealthy relationship

All relationships usually experience waves of good and bad, but an unhealthy relationship will feature multiple alarm bells. These are the common, tell-tale signs that shouldn’t be ignored.

1. It’s all about them, them, them

You can’t rely on your partner for support, instead turning to friends and family first in times of need. They don’t ever show an interest in your life and always focus on themselves over you.

2. You can’t be yourself

Your partner doesn’t make you feel good about yourself and you’re never comfortable speaking your mind. You feel like you have to pretend to be someone you’re not to just feel ok in the relationship. 

3. There’s no support

All your dreams and goals are met with a lack of support or even criticism. You don’t see them as a positive influence; in fact, you can only identify ways they have negatively influenced you.

4. Fighting, not communicating

Instead of communicating openly, resolving differences devolve into a regular pattern of bitterness and hurt. It seems like you spend more time fighting than enjoying each other.

5. Pattern of dishonesty

Repeated lying and dishonesty is a clear indicator that this person can never be a true partner, as good relationships are built on a solid foundation of trust and honesty.

6. Abuse

Whether it’s physical or emotional, abuse is never acceptable in any circumstances. Even if they’re apologetic afterwards, it never changes.

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