Do you sometimes wonder if the relationship you’re in is a healthy one? If so, I typically recommend people listen to their inner voice because it’s seldom wrong. If you’re still unsure, I’ve compiled a list of four signs that may indicate you’re in a no-win partnership.
No. 1
You feel as though your partner doesn’t really like you. You may feel put down by him or her. It may seem like your partner is trying to change some aspect of your personality. Don’t get me wrong, it’s common to want our partners to change or modify certain aspects of their behavior or personality, but at the core it’s essential that we appreciate who they are.
No. 2
When your feelings get hurt, your partner makes you feel silly for expressing your emotions. If you hear comments such as, “That’s ridiculous. Nobody in their right mind would feel that way.” It may be that they are unable to empathize or understand you. This can occur from time to time in a relationship, but if this is how you feel most of the time, it isn’t the sign of a healthy coupling.
No. 3
When you tell your partner what you need from him or her, they make no effort to make you happy. The power we have in a relationship is that we get to tell our partner how we feel, and it’s up to them to care enough to meet our needs. The relationship system is set up on caring about your partner’s feelings and needs. If they don’t, then you don’t have much of a partnership.
No. 4
Deep down you don’t really trust your partner. Trust comes in many forms, but if you’re checking phone records, or wishing he cared more about your troubles…you may have a problem.
