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How do I know if I'm in a toxic relationship?

Profile: handsomeForest17
handsomeForest17 on Jun 25, 2021
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in a toxic relationship, it seems that everything is a reason to start a fight, and you argue over the same or similar things. There are no resolutions to the conflicts, so you feel stuck in a perpetual fight. Being with a toxic person is difficult because everything seems to be the motivation to argue or show discontent. A toxic partner feels they have the right to tell you whom to spend time with, how to dress, make your hair, what to do for a living, when to go to the doctor or what to have for lunch.
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Anonymous on Jun 25, 2021
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Let's look at the word toxicity: "very harmful or unpleasant in a pervasive or insidious way." If your relationship makes you feel physically and mentally unsafe, it would be considered a toxic relationship. That includes things like bullying, gaslighting, tearing down your goals, excessive protectiveness/control, manipulation, extortion and so much more. Examine your partners behaviors- do they make you feel safe, comfortable, and loved? If not, then you most likely are in a harmful relationship. Another point to examine is if you are safe to leave the relationship if needed. Would your partner attempt to coerce or prevent you from leaving? You deserve to be loved and cherished. Taking the time to ensure you are being cared for is crucial.
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Anonymous on Jul 17, 2021
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If you do not feel like you can be yourself if you feel like you should adjust to that persons' standards. In my case I felt like I had to be like that person wanted me to be like and that I wouldn't be heard or accepted if I didn't act or talk in the way that person wanted me to. I didn't act like myself and that person knew it, but still didn't care about, and I were to show him a new side of me he would say that he didn't like it and he would tell me to "act like the me he knew I was". If you feel like you are loosing yourself it is better if you leave
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Anonymous on Jul 25, 2021
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When you find that you are spending most of your time unhappy, then you know that you are in a toxic relationship. You deserve happiness and love from your partner. Being honest, commutative, open, and caring are characteristics that you and your partner should have. If they are constantly making you feel anything else but loved, then you are in a toxic relationship. When you continue finding yourself unhappy, unloved, etc then you may need to reevaluate the relationship that you are in. I've been in toxic relationships before, so if someone is making you feel this way, it is probably best to end the relationship if they are not willing to change their ways.
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Hypnotize2004 on Aug 5, 2021
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You are in a toxic relationship if they ignore you, does not communicate with you, and does not let you do what you want or don’t want to do as a relationship needs communication n trust. It is ok to feel that your partner is not helping out on the situation, just try and communicate to them as they will understand if they are your bf or gf. Also ppl should feel this way to any relationship such as gf, bf, best friend, friend, family member, etc. All of the interaction must involve trust and communication and if that person doesnt allow both or one of those things then they are not worth talking.
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Anonymous on Aug 18, 2021
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You will know you are in a toxic relationship if you are constantly drained after you interact with the person rather than loved or fullflied. Some signs may be you're friends, family or loved ones will point out how that person makes you react. If you see that person changes your traits and habits for the worse or brings out negative, passionate emotions in you that also maybe a sign. But if you are completely unsure then you may need to take some time away from them to truly asses your feelings. If you find yourself flourishing when they are not around then you have your answer.
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Anonymous on Sep 3, 2021
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Do they make you feel like it's hard to love you? Does it feel hard to love them? Are you fighting more than enjoying? Do you find it hard to trust them? Do you wonder why you're with them? Have they asked you to change things about yourself or your life that you never thought you would have to change? Are you more tired than relaxed after you see them?/Are you drained after being with them? Do they help you love yourself? Do you feel an uncomfortable attachment with them? Do they make you feel like you can't be independent? Have you maintained the relationships you had from before them? Are there things you've missed because you're with them and that you regret missing? Have they ever made you feel uncomfortable in your own skin? Just breathe, maybe asking these questions will tell you all you need to know.
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SupportiveSoul3 on Oct 1, 2021
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Figuring out if you’re in a toxic relationship can be really tough, especially when you’re infatuated or in love with the person/people involved. My best advice is this: tune into your gut instinct, and trust that. Energy never lies. In my experience, I dated an abusive person who assaulted and manipulated me. I remember thinking “this is too good to be true,” and I soon found out that they were not good for me whatsoever. If you feel like it’s wrong, it’s very likely wrong. People pleasing can get in the way of making the best decisions for ourselves, but sometimes we don’t need a “good reason” besides “it didn’t feel right.” Best of luck, friend!
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Anonymous on Oct 6, 2021
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Figuring out if you are in a toxic relationship can be hard. I would suggest looking at the actions of your partner and looking at the effort they are putting in, as well as how they treat you in general. You should be treated as an equal with respect and kindness. You should also look at how they make you feel, if you are unhappy in the relationship then it may not be the relationship for you. The foundation of your relationship matters as well. It needs to be strong and based on good intentions. Toxic relationships will also usually be physically and emotionally draining. A real relationship will have its bumps, but should not take a toll on your health.
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Farradise on Nov 18, 2021
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It is a toxic relationship if an argument turns into a fight. It always seek revenge, always angry, no respect nor care. It always invalidates what you feel and has no sense of responsibility. It also seeks negativity and will always put the blame on you. It is also toxic to be with someone who always gets jealous whenever he or she sees you succeed in life. It doesn’t offer partnership but it will put you on a competition mode always. You don’t have freedom to be you and you are always judged on how you were on your previous life
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