Being in a relationship often blinds us and makes us unable to see that it is not a happy one. This is especially common in long-term relationships because people consider them a habit instead of fulfilling companionship. Distancing from an unhealthy relationship is perfectly normal, but the problem is it is very difficult to realize you are in one. These are the things that can help you determine whether you’re in a toxic relationship.
1.Passive aggression
People in a healthy relationship will always try to deal their problems directly and immediately. However, in a toxic relationship the partners often leave things unresolved making the issue even bigger than it is. Lack of confrontation shows that you are not compatible as a couple.
2.Jealousy and the blame game
Lack of trust leads to jealousy, and jealousy can lead to a breakup. Possessiveness is also a big problem and if you are not able to trust each other, you should probably move on.
3.Criticism and contempt
Genuine people accept honest criticism and they consider it a way to become a better person. Criticism in a relationship can be beneficial but only if it is constructive. However, doing it in order to belittle your partner is never a good thing because it shows there is no respect.
4.Arguing without communicating
Having arguments in a relationship is normal, but only if they are constructive. Just yelling at each other for no particular reason will never reflect positively on your future.
5.Negative energy
The presence of negative energy in your relationship will make you more stressed out and bitter at each other. If you are not comfortable around your partner, your relationship has already ended.
6.Avoiding each other
If you would rather be alone than spend some time with your partner and the thought of being with them makes you sick, you are probably done with your relationship.
7.You’re not yourself
Being in a relationship means you both change and grow as people. But, if you change yourself so much that you can’t ever recognize who you are, something is definitely wrong. You should never neglect your desires and plans and don’t lose the connection with your inner self just to please your partner.
8.Feeling like there is no point
If you don’t feel happy or satisfied about anything in your relationship, why waste any more of your time. If you are not willing to work things out, leave before it is too late.
9.You only think about your partner’s happiness
Being considerate of your partner’s happiness and feelings is good, but not if you have to sacrifice your own. Never put your own needs aside just to please your partner. This should not happen in a healthy relationship and if your partner is not doing anything for your happiness, leave.
10.You can’t seem to do anything right
If your partner constantly nags and complains about everything you do, they probably don’t love you anymore. This probably reflects their dissatisfaction about something in your relationship but they are too afraid openly talk about it.
11.Growth and change are seen as negatives
Relationships have their ups and downs and it is normal for the initial chemistry to cool down gradually. But it does not mean your relationship will die off and that you can’t be happy. However, if one of you is not happy about these changes they are probably not ready for the next step.
12.Reminiscing on the beginning instead of looking toward the future
If your partner constantly looks back on how happy you were in the past, they are not prepared to move forward. They are not mature enough to accept the fact that things are constantly changing and you can’t plan a future with such person.
13.You’re just not happy anymore
Being in a relationship that does not make you happy is not worth it. You should feel satisfaction by little things such as cuddling with your partner, talking with them for hours or watching your favorite movie together. If you don’t feel happy on a daily basis and you feel your partner is okay with it, they are not worth it.