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Why do people often find it hard to leave a relationship that keeps hurting them?
Some people find it difficult to leave a relationship they feel they’ve invested so much into. As sensible as this may want to sound, it isn’t enough reason to stay in an unhealthy relationship. If it feels like you invested a lot of energy into your relationship — as it often the case with toxic reRead more
Some people find it difficult to leave a relationship they feel they’ve invested so much into. As sensible as this may want to sound, it isn’t enough reason to stay in an unhealthy relationship. If it feels like you invested a lot of energy into your relationship — as it often the case with toxic relationships, it will be all the more difficult to let go. One may think, “we’ve already been together so long I might as well stay. Or I’ve put so much into this relationship, I can’t let it fail”. That’s not necessarily a good reason to stay, however. If it seems like this is the only reason you’re sticking around, it may be worth it to think about what you truly want, possibly with the help of a therapist.
See lessHow do I turn intimidation to a source of strength?
If you’re feeling intimidated by someone, know that only your fear is their source of power. The day you stop being intimidated by them is when the intimidation stops and they become powerless. Find out what intimidates you exactly. Learning to speak up for yourself can be an uncomfortable, yet absoRead more
If you’re feeling intimidated by someone, know that only your fear is their source of power. The day you stop being intimidated by them is when the intimidation stops and they become powerless. Find out what intimidates you exactly. Learning to speak up for yourself can be an uncomfortable, yet absolutely a life-changing process. When you look inward, challenge the stories you’ve been telling yourself about those who intimidate you, and use your voice, you gain confidence in yourself and your abilities and reclaim your personal power.
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