We're always told to steer clear of people who exhibit red flags in relationships, but exactly what common signs should we be looking out for?
Whether you're dating a new guy or girl, a long term boyfriend or girlfriend, or even in a marriage, you may not be aware of the warning signs. Red flags like constant put downs can signal a kind of emotional abuse, which is relatively common.
It can help to know which red flags to look out for so that you can proceed with caution or cut things off if necessary.
Relationship red flags are warning signs that there may be unhealthy patterns or behaviors between you and your partner.
Oftentimes, especially in new relationships, lust and love can cloud your judgment, making it difficult to pick up on red flags.
More well known red flags may be abusive behavior and aggression. However, some red flags in relationships are easy to miss. Toxic behaviors like manipulation, gaslighting, and narcissism, can slip under the radar.
Few things I personally consider as red flags
1.A tendency to run away from difficult discussions
A partner who lacks the emotional or behavioral skills needed to cope with problems and runs away from them instead can harm your relationship.
Some examples are walking away from arguments without hearing you out, or ignoring you for days at a time when things get rough.
People who have trouble tolerating difficult emotions tend to lash out or flee when the going gets tough, Simonian says. Even healthy relationships will go through rough patches, so you want to be sure that your partner will communicate effectively with you instead of running away when things get hard.
2.A lack of healthy open communication
A partner who turns to passive-aggressiveness, blaming, or expressing emotions in an aggressive way is exhibiting ineffective communication.
Communication is a foundation of a relationship, so if you both can't communicate openly and healthily, you're going to run into problems.
A healthy relationship provides a safe place for both partners to speak openly on their emotions without fear of judgment or criticism.
Communication early in a relationship might play a role in future relationship satisfaction and that satisfaction with communication in the beginning of a relationship might result in a more amicable partnership later on.
When it comes to relationship red flags, the best way to handle it is early, honestly, and fairly. Open an honest dialogue with your partner, express your concerns and feelings, and let them do the same.
Keep your needs in mind, communicate clearly and often, and try to keep your emotions in check.
