If that respect and attraction isnt there, therelationshipson rocky ground.
Internet user u/anonomonomoly recently went viral on r/AITAH after she asked for the communitys help on a charged situation.
She shared how her (now ex) boyfriend started insulting her appearance on their trip.
Scroll down for thefull story, as well as an all-importantupdate.
Youll findBored Pandasinterview with her as you read on.
According to the author, initially, her ex had goals and ambitions.
But as time went on, he became complacent and our relationship suffered, u/anonomonomoly said.
We didnt live together, but he spent most nights at my place while staying with friends.
She added that her zodiac sign is Aries.
Bored Panda asked her the advice shed give someone whos facing constant criticism from their partner.
According to her, its absolutely vital to communicate and set boundaries.
If they dont respect you or your feelings, it may be time to leave.
I stayed hoping my ex would change, but he never did, u/anonomonomoly opened up.
These qualities are crucial for a healthy long-term relationship.
We want to feel like were supported.
No matter what life throws at us, were on the same team.
Immaturity, unpredictable behavior, and irresponsibility are some major red flags in any relationship.
No relationship is going to be perfectly equal, sure.
But its all about equity.
Other major relationship red flags include an unwillingness to communicate, lashing out in anger, and exhibitingcontrolling behavior.
Some red flags there would be a history of cheating, violence, or substance abuse.
Compare that to someone who has difficulty talking about their feelings.
People you probably want to avoid dating will try togaslightyou.
This essentially means emotional abuse for the sake of controlling you.
Theymanipulate youto the point where you might even start to question your own sanity.
Major narcissists might do whats known as love bombing.
Meanwhile, folks who have a hard time committing might engage in so-called breadcrumbing.
In short, its where they lead you on with small dollops of encouragement.
If youre affectionate, theyll withdraw.
One dating expert previously explained to Bored Panda that what women find attractive in men are positivepersonality traitsand behaviors.
Theyre far more important than how someone looks.
Among those traits are confidence, charm, charisma, humor, as well as social intelligence.
That last one, in particular, is critical.
Especially in thelong run.
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