5 Signs You're In A Bad Relationship
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5 Signs You're In A Bad Relationship

You need to get out before it's too late.

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5 Signs You're In A Bad Relationship
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We've all been there, and we swear to never go back. Yet time and time again, we find ourselves back in the same situation, going through the same motions, with the same type of guy. Bad relationships aren't hard to find, and odd's are you or someone you know are in one right now, which is most likely why you clicked this article.

It's not easy to walk away from a relationship, but if you know that you're being unfairly treated, it's better to walk away sooner rather than later. Sometimes we don't even realize we're being mistreated. We ignore it; we're in denial; we tell ourselves that he loves us, and that even a moment of happiness is enough to hold onto the days or even weeks of darkness. If you're experiencing these 5 signs, you're not in a healthy relationship- and you need to get out before it's too late.

1. He lies to you.

Whether he's lying about what he had for dinner, or who he went to the club with, a lie is a lie. If he isn't able to tell the truth about things, than he's probably hiding more than you think. Eventually you'll find yourself digging through his phone when he's not around, and going through his Facebook messages looking for answers. If you're spending more time figuring out if you can trust him, than you don't trust him- and without trust, what do you really have?

2. You're always the one who's wrong.

If you're mad about something, does he shift the blame onto you? If he is always turning an argument around onto something you did, that's unfair. You have the right to be upset, and if he makes you feel bad about that, then he's not a stable or healthy partner- and it will only get worse as time goes on. Realize that you're not the problem, he is.

3. He makes you feel bad about everything.

If he is constantly making you feel bad about things, that's mental abuse. If he gets mad over easy things like texting your guy friends, going out with your girls, or forgetting to buy paper towels- then he has his own insecurity issues and if you stick around, he'll end up making you feel more insecure than he feels himself.

4. He has to be in control.


If he is constantly telling you what to do, what to wear, who you can hangout with- that's not a relationship. A relationship is about compromise, and if he is always calling the shots then it's best that you call your own, and decide you deserve better.

5. He's cheated.

If he has cheated on you, that is unforgivable. A relationship is a commitment, and the second he breaks that commitment is the second you realize you're worth more than what he's given you. If he cheats, he doesn't deserve your forgiveness or anything that you have to offer. Losing you will always be his loss, never yours.

Love yourself enough to walk away...

Don't ever let a man take away your self worth. Many girls don't feel they have the strength to walk away, but you won't realize you have it until you actually do it. I've seen so many girls suffer through relationships where they are constantly mistreated but justify it as "he loves me." Love isn't lying. Love isn't cheating. Love isn't making you feel worthless. Love is happy. Love is kind. Love isn't ever something you have to justify. Remember you're always worth more than you think, so never settle for anyone who doesn't respect you- remember to love yourself first.

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