Jun 21, 2022
Stop Ignoring Relationship Red Flags: 30 Important Things to Look Out For
If you are dating, you NEED to keep an eye out for these relationship red flags. They can save you a lot of precious time, energy, money, and most importantly - HEARTACHE. You deserve to be with someone who is worthy of these parts of you - and who treats you well. Learn from my (many, many) dating mistakes and stop ignoring these relationship red flags.
Content warning: Discussion of abuse in romantic relationships
*We will discuss:*
* Exceptions to the rules in dating and relationships
* What are relationship red flags?
* How to identify dating red flags
* Important safety tips for the first date, dating, and relationships
* How to spot controlling partners
* When your partner is trying to change you
* How not to lose yourself in relationships
* Early signs of abuse
* Abuse red flags
* Different types of abuse
* What to do when you can't trust your partner
* Jealous and possessive partners
* How to tell if they are actually over their ex
* How to spot gaslighting in a relationship
* When your partner doesn't get along with your friends or family (or when your friends and family don't like your partner)
* Name-calling in arguments
* Finding out if you are compatible on a date
* Dating emotionally unavailable men
* Dating men with a fear of commitment
* What is "love bombing"?
* How to tell if you are being love-bombed
* When your date or partner doesn't respect your boundaries
* Healthy boundaries in relationships
* When you feel like you are "too much" or not good enough for someone
* Unsupportive partners
* Relationship and dating deal-breakers
* Dating advice and first date tips
* Plus more red flags to watch out for while dating!
*Episodes and Articles Mentioned:*
* *How to Stop Playing Small (And Start Living Authentically)*
* *How to Deal with Triggers*
*If you believe you might be in an abusive relationship, I urge you to contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline. You can call 1-800-799-SAFE or (7233) or text START to 88788*
*And if any of this is triggering to you, go check out my episode on How to Deal with Triggers.*
*Resources:*
* *https://www.thehotline.org/identify-abuse/** *
* *https://www.loveisrespect.org/resources/types-of-abuse/** *
* *https://www.healthline.com/health/signs-of-mental-abuse#control-and-shame**
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