{"id":17706,"date":"2018-11-09T01:00:56","date_gmt":"2018-11-09T09:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/datemixstaging.wpengine.com\/?p=17706"},"modified":"2021-05-31T10:46:13","modified_gmt":"2021-05-31T17:46:13","slug":"one-sided-relationship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zoosk.com\/date-mix\/relationship-advice\/one-sided-relationship\/","title":{"rendered":"Are You in a One-sided Relationship?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

You want to do everything for the one you love because\u2026 you love them. But take a look at your relationship. Do you get back all you give? Things don\u2019t need to be 100% equal all of the time, but balance is key to a healthy relationship. If you think your relationship is becoming one-sided and your needs aren\u2019t being met, it can definitely cause problems down the road and you need to speak up.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

But when you\u2019re in the middle of something it can be hard to identify it. If you think you\u2019re relationship is becoming one sided but aren\u2019t sure what that really means or what to do about it, here are a few things to look out for.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. You always initiate communication.
\n<\/b>Do you make all of the plans or start all of the conversations? If you feel like without you there wouldn\u2019t be any communication, it\u2019s a sign that something\u2019s up. If you\u2019re the only one communicating, it might be because you\u2019re more committed to the relationship. Telling yourself that this is okay gives even more power to your partner.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Your partner chooses anything over you.
\n<\/b>Does your partner\u2019s behavior follow a pattern of neglect? Are they constantly spending time with their friends over you? Do they forget to invite you to group activities? If so, this is a strong indicator that you\u2019re in a one-sided relationship. You shouldn\u2019t have to feel like you\u2019re nagging your significant other to be thought of.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. You\u2019re always apologizing.
\n<\/b>One of the telltale signs of one-sided relationship is over apologizing. This can be the result of either your partner guilt tripping you or your own deteriorated sense of self worth, but both point toward deeper issues at play. You should feel free to ask for and give help without being afraid that you\u2019ll burden your partner.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. You constantly make excuses for them.
\n<\/b>This one is simple. You shouldn\u2019t have to reassure anyone that your relationship is right for you. If your partner is constantly blowing off double-dates, missing work events, or not showing up when they say they will and your friends are picking up on it and feel the need to speak up, it\u2019s a definite sign that something\u2019s not right. You deserve better than to have to prove that you and your partner love each other equally.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. You\u2019re stressed and unhappy.
\n<\/b>If you\u2019re in a one-sided relationship, you probably feel drained. Constant relationship doubt and unrequited affection are tiresome. It\u2019s great to evaluate things that can be worked on, but you shouldn\u2019t have to overanalyze each and every thing. If you\u2019re not happy, it slowly grinds away at you. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Admitting you\u2019re in a one-sided relationship is hard, but getting out of it is harder. If the relationship is unsalvageable, it\u2019s the healthiest choice. Save yourself the time and energy of giving someone chance after chance. You\u2019re responsible for the effort you put in, but you aren\u2019t responsible for changing your partner. Let them know why you\u2019re leaving. They might be able to grow from it. Parting ways may not be easy, but you\u2019ll be better for it in time.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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