We all want healthy relationships that bring out the best in both ourselves and our partners. Yet, sometimes the relationships aren’t what we expected. We begin to see traits of our partner we are uncomfortable with. He or she does things that make us feel tense or on edge. Previous Instagram posts have highlighted some of these things. For example, checking your mobile phone and messages or logging into your social media accounts without your permission. Or perhaps they are constantly criticising you and telling you, you are wrong.
Often, we deny the uncomfortableness or the tension we feel inside ourselves. We figure, perhaps they are right, and it really is us that is at fault. Or we think, we just have to try harder.
It is important you trust your intuition! If you believe there may be a problem in your relationship you are probably right. Do not ignore warning signs by thinking you should try harder. Research has found those who tend to engage in relationship violence escalate their abuse over time.
What are the signs you should be concerned about?
Warning signs include: [1]
- Excessive jealousy from your partner.
- Constant checking in with you or making you check in with him or her
- Attempts to isolate you from friends and family
- Insulting or putting down people you care about