for anyone who seems to be experiencing the same relationship problems time and time again, it can help to take a step back and see if they have any habits that make someone toxic to date. but it’s important to spend a healthy amount of time apart, see friends, partake in hobbies, and so on. and this is a toxic habit that can stick around for years to come.

“this tends to become a balance sheet for who has made …

“if you aren’t interested, then you aren’t interested, and it’s honestly unfair to yourself and the guy to pretend that you are just because you feel pressured by other people to ‘give them a chance.'” so many teens think a ‘normal’ relationship is supposed to make you feel anxious and confused. people start thinking, ‘is this person really rejecting me or are they just playing hard to get?’ just be honest and clear from the beginning! it should just happen …

but when the marriage is healthy, your partner is attuned to what you think and how you feel—leaning in closely to learn all of the ways your genuine needs aren’t being met. or, maybe one of your family members is moving through a turbulent time and has sworn you to secrecy, but your spouse won’t stop poking for details. but in an optimal marriage, your partner’s love is abiding, inviting you to step out bravely into the world and stand …

if you have a friend who is in a toxic relationship, it can sometimes be hard to know what the best course of action is. let your friend talk and let them know you’re there for them, both now and in the future regardless of their decisions. not only might this cause your friend to realise something that they thought was normal in their relationship isn’t, but they will also know you are not judging them for staying in a …

in a toxic relationship, you might consistently feel drained or unhappy after spending time with your partner, according to relationship therapist jor-el caraballo, which can suggest that some things need to change. you may even start dodging their calls, just to get a break from the inevitable arguments and hostility. if you can’t trust your partner to listen to your concerns, your relationship could be toxic. this might happen because you don’t have the energy for these activities or because …