When a friend or a family member is in a toxic relationship, we often recognize it pretty earlier on. But when we are the ones in a bad relationship, it's all to easy to become blind to it. We end up ignoring important signs that are telling us our relationship is harmful.
Here are seven signs that you're in a toxic relationship:
1. Your Partner Goes Through Your Phone
If you don't have mutual trust and respect, your relationship will never last. If your partner goes through your phone or reads your e-mails, that is not OK. It's an invasion of privacy and a sign of a controlling partner who neither trusts your or respects you.
2. Your Partner Tells You How To Dress
If your partner doesn't like the way you dress, do your makeup or wear your hair and they let you know it, that's a sign you're in a toxic relationship. It's not up to them to decide. Dress for yourself and don't let anyone take away your self-confidence.3. Your Partner Doesn't Let You See Your Friends
If your partner gets angry or guilt trips you every time you mention you have plans to hang out with a friend, that's a sign you shouldn't ignore. In a healthy relationship, your partner would never pull you away from your family and friends. If you realize you can't spend time with your friends unless you bring your significant other along, that's a warning sign.
4. You're Afraid To Say What You're Thinking
If you are fearful in any way to be honest with your partner or say what's on your mind, you're probably in a toxic relationship. A healthy relationship should be based on trust, honesty and respect. You should never be afraid to be honest with the person you're in a relationship with.5. Your Partner Insults You
If you're with someone who truly loves you, they will build you up, not tear you down. If your partner has a habit of insulting you in any way, you are in a toxic relationship. It's important to know that you deserve someone who compliments you, makes you laugh and stands by your side through the rough times, not someone who criticizes you every chance they get.