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Signs That You’re in a Toxic Relationship

It is a fact that no relationship is perfect, whether that is a personal relationship or a business relationship. But for a lot of the time, being in a good relationship is something that can make you happy, secure, respected, and cared for. It means that you are free to be yourself. On the flip side of things are relationships that are toxic. These kinds of relationships can leave you feeling quite drained, upset, and depleted. If you are running a business or living with a partner, then the last thing that you want is to end up with it being toxic. So here are some of the things that you need to look out for to see if you can recognize if you are in a toxic relationship.

Feeling drained

Of course, there is everyday life that can take the fun out of life sometimes, especially if there are things like financial problems or sickness that can make the energy feel more depleted. But generally, you want to be in a happy, positive, and productive relationship. If you are feeling like you are in one where you are constantly feeling drained, both physically and mentally, and conversations are just hard, then it could be time to think things through.

Hostile atmosphere

If there is a lot of anger in the home, then it can be a sign of a really unhealthy relationship. Being in a hostile and angry environment can be dangerous and make you feel unsafe, which isn’t what you want in a relationship. If you feel like you need help, especially if the hostility has turned to abuse, then look out for law firms like Cordell & Cordell that deal with domestic litigation. You shouldn’t have to stay in a hostile and angry environment, so make some changes if you are in that situation at the moment.

Nonstop narcissism

Spotting that someone is a narcissist can be tricky, because in some situations, we can all be a little that way. But if it is constantly like that, where you see a regular pattern of self-centered, arrogant behavior, including a lack of empathy, then it is something to be wary of. If the other person in the relationship only has interest in themselves, then it makes it basically impossible to have any kind of balance, which is definitely something that is needed in a relationship.

Diminished self-worth

It can be hard for guys to admit as freely as women, but we do have value and need to know our worth. But if you are in a personal relationship with someone who doesn’t seem to value you, or even acknowledge your value, then it can be something that is really hard to then see yourself. Being in a toxic relationship really can impact how you view yourself and your worth, so it is something to really think about. Make changes before your mental health is impacted as well, which can happen as a result of these kinds of attitudes and behavior patterns. 

Mayfair Green

Mayfair was born to be a writer, receiving his beloved IBM Selectric typewriter for his 10th birthday and lovingly maintaining and using it since. He loves cars, local events, beer, and travel, sometimes in that order. He currently resides in the UK, living in a lovely bachelor pad overlooking his favorite pub.

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