Hard Truths About Toxic Relationships People Don’t Want to Acknowledge
We’ve all been there, and some of us are still caught up in one
Unlike many others, I don’t think that toxic relationships start with red flags blazing. Although insidious, they often creep into our lives under the guise of love and companionship.
Nobody actively seeks out toxic relationships.
Like many others, I’ve had my fair share of toxic relationships. The treacherous thing about them? It took me a long time and a lot of hard work to identify these toxic patterns and find a way to articulate what I want from a relationship. Here are some hard truths about toxic relationships that people often avoid confronting.
It’s never love, and love alone isn’t enough.
One of the most difficult truths to accept is that love alone cannot sustain a healthy relationship. While love is vital, it must be accompanied by mutual respect, trust, and healthy communication. In toxic relationships, love is often used as an excuse to overlook red flags and harmful behaviors. For instance, consider a situation where a partner frequently exhibits jealousy and attempts to control their significant other’s social interactions. They might constantly check their partner’s phone…
