MADD Teen Influencer
February 2023
Second, you should take notice of the social cues and messages your partner sends you. Here are a few examples of blaming, gaslighting, and manipulating:
Consistent or uncountable refusal to meet Using swear words or inappropriate comments to refer to others Gossiping about other people
Third, the most overlooked signal of a failing relationship is fake apologies. Everyone who dates wants the love of their life to be faithful. While forgiveness is a necessary portion of a healthy dating life, it can also be abused. For instance, if your partner apologizes multiple times without making a change, then it may be time to consider breaking up. Your high school and college years are short. If you do not feel satisfied with your partner, do not feel guilty to stand up for yourself.
Is There Hope for Healing?
High school partners rarely stay together for a lifetime. However, a relationship therapist is useful! These trained professionals can help discuss any challenges between boyfriends/girlfriends. Journaling and constructive discussions are useful methods of learning to love despite challenging circumstances.
To prevent any further damage in your relationship, it is recommended that you respect each other’s boundaries. If a significant other asks to be left alone, this does not mean he/she/they doesn't love you. While the two of you are bound together in love, you are both separate people. It is significant to acknowledge this without taking it personally. What is not okay in a relationship? It may be best to break up if your boyfriend/girlfriend constantly “hides” from you, hold “things over your head”, or insults you. It is extremely serious if your partner begins to sexually assault, grope, or hit you without consent. It is never okay, even if you love them.
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