Relationship Warning Signs

Bella Breakdown Being in a relationship is difficult, but rewarding. It can have really high highs and really low lows. Sometimes it can be hard to tell if your relationship problems are normal, or if it is a sign that your relationship is going south. There are some warnings that you should look for that might be telling you it’s time to call it quits and say, “Thank you, next!” 1. You put in more effort If you are always the one making plans, paying the bill, solving the problem, or admitting defeat in a fight, then you are...

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Love Languages Reveal Why You And Your Partner Clean Differently

Bella Breakdown There comes a point in almost every relationship when a couple gets in an argument about cleaning. He wants the dishes done right now and she wants to wait until tomorrow to wash them. Or, they always take turns cleaning but she wishes they would work on the house together. Many couples go through their relationship with toilet scrubber disagreements, without ever wondering where these arguments originate. They walk through life, never diving deeper than the surface of their Windex issues because they believe that the problem cannot be fixed. But what if the reason why two...

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You Shouldn’t Rely On Your Partner For Everything

Bella Breakdown It can be easy to lean on our SOs for a lot of things. They make us feel safe, loved, warm, and in a lot of instances they can provide an escape from some harsh realities like loneliness. However, if you’re relying on your partner too much, it can be a detriment to both you and your relationship. “A healthy, stable relationship has an interplay between independence and interdependence, between ‘me’ and ‘us,'” relationship therapist Rhonda Milrad, LCSW, told Bustle. “Your partner can’t provide all the things that you need, and if you put them in the...

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When To End A Long Distance Relationship

Bella Breakdown Long distance relationships are some of the most challenging relationships to be in. It can be really rewarding for a lot of couples, however it can be really strenuous for many couples. Long distance relationships always begin with hope that your love is strong enough to bridge the divide of your physical proximity. So, no doubt long distance relationships will be hard, even if it’s a great relationship, but when is it time to end your LDR? Well here are a few signs: 1. You or your partner begins to make excuses as to why the communication...

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Things To Know Before You Settle Down

Bella Breakdown I think most of us have dreamed about finally finding our person that we want to spend the rest of our lives with. It’s such a special notion, and we all want someone that is the perfect mix or romantic and our best friend. However, some of us have a tendency to settle just so we can settle down. There are several important things that you should know before deciding that you want to potentially be in a relationship with someone. 1. Ask them what they are looking for. Some people aren’t dating to find a relationship....

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