8 Phrases That Show Your Relationship Isn’t What You Think It Is

8 Phrases That Show Your Relationship Isn’t What You Think It Is


Some phrases said by your partner might seem like a compliment, but in reality they show that your relationship is not what it seems.


Summary

The phrases said by your partner can sometimes seem like compliments, but in reality they are signs of a problematic relationship. It is important to observe your partner’s behavior to identify whether the relationship is healthy or not. Having open communication and looking for signs of respect and healthy emotional support are key to understanding the relationship.





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Sometimes the phrases said by your partner may seem like compliments or even romantic, but they hide signs of a problematic relationship. Here are 8 examples:

Nobody Will Love You Like I Do

I don’t care about beauty, I want to be with you

I chose you even though you’re not the most interesting person I’ve ever been with

What I love most about you is everything you do for me

Even if you’re not my type, I gave you a chance

I do not deserve you

I love you despite your flaws

I never thought I’d be with someone like you

These phrases, analyzed out of context, may seem positive, but it is important to observe your partner’s behavior and the context in which these statements are made.

If you feel there is a pattern of emotional manipulation, control, or overdependence, it could be a sign that the relationship is unhealthy.

Maintaining open communication and looking for signs of mutual respect, autonomy, and healthy emotional support is critical to identifying whether a relationship is on safe ground or needs adjustments.

If there are questions or concerns, seeking help from a therapist or relationship counselor can be a good option to better understand the dynamics of the relationship.

Watch the video with Carol Jespermaster in Education at USP and creator of the “Português é Legal” project, where she has been sharing stimulating information on language and communication since 2012. In 2024, she launched the book “It wasn’t what I wanted you to say!”, from the publisher Maquinaria.

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