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  • Knowing When to End a Relationship

    Relationships can enrich our lives, but they can also cause damage. Whether it’s a friend, family member, or significant other, any relationship comes with its share of challenges. And more often than not, putting in the effort to resolve relational issues can and does result in a healthier bond.

    But there are those relationships that will never bring a return on your time or heart investment, no matter the work and goodwill put into them. These relationships are toxic and need to be ended for you to heal and move on.

    3 Signs the Relationship Needs to End

    There are More Negative Interactions Than Positive Ones

    Every relationship has its good interactions and its not-so-good ones. But those relationships seem like every exchange is tense and filled with negative emotions. When communication becomes difficult or impossible, the association is beyond fixing.

    Vastly Different Needs

    At the beginning of a new friendship or romance, it’s easy to try and compromise with one another, ensuring both person’s needs are met. Over time, some friends or couples realize their needs are too different.

    For instance, in a romantic couple, someone may need more sex than the other. Someone may need to always be in control or have a need to lie. These kinds of clashing needs are a red flag for any relationship.

    A Blatant Lack of Respect

    Respect is essential in relationships. But sometimes, some individuals seem incapable of respecting the other person, their needs, boundaries, wishes, etc. These people tend to be on the narcissistic spectrum and incapable of empathy or respect for others’ needs.

    This is by no means an exhaustive list of signs, but these three are some of the most common and problematic symptoms.

    Letting Go and Moving On

    Once you know it is time to end the relationship, you may find your head and heart waffling back and forth, wondering if you are making the right decision. This is why it’s always a good idea to have someone in your corner you can rely on to give you honest feedback, sound advice, and clarity.

    Sometimes you can find this champion in your network of friends and family, but other times it might be best to find a neutral third party. Someone you never have to wonder whether they are “just saying that” because they love and care about me.

    A therapist can help you navigate your intense emotions and make the best decision for your happiness and peace of mind.

    If you are currently struggling in a relationship and want some help navigating it, please contact me. I would be more than happy to discuss how I may be able to help.

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