Depending on the nature of the relationship, signs of toxicity can be subtle or very obvious. When you're in a healthy relationship, everything just works, while toxic relationships are another story, and while you're in one, you might not even know it. Here are some of the signs:
1. Lack of support: Your time together has stopped being positive. Healthy relationships are based on a mutual desire to see the other succeed in all areas of life. In other words, you feel that he/she does not support you.
2. Toxic communication: Instead of treating each other with kindness, most conversations are filled with sarcasm, criticism, or outright hostility. You may even start to avoid talking to each other.
3. Jealousy: It's normal to experience jealousy, as long as it doesn't become a problem.
4. Controlling behaviors: Constantly asking where you are or getting upset when someone doesn't pick up the phone are signs of controlling behavior that can contribute to toxicity in a relationship.
5. Insults: Holding grudges and occasional insults are behaviors that worsen the relationship.
6. Dishonesty: You find yourself constantly telling lies about location or other details in order to avoid conflict with him.
7. Lack of respect: Forgetfulness, delays, insults, etc., are signs of disrespect for the other.
8. Negative financial behaviors: The partner can make decisions for you, without consulting in advance.
9. Constant stress: Tension is present in every relationship, but if you constantly find yourself stressed, it means something is wrong.
10. Ignoring Needs: Not allowing yourself things you need, like a coffee with friends, a new hobby, or whatever, is a sign of a toxic relationship.
11. Lost relationships: If your partner stops you from spending time with friends or family and/or prevents you from seeing them, it means that the relationship is not working healthily.
12. Lack of self-care: In a toxic relationship, you may forget the mundane things of self-care.
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Source: Healthline
