Are you truly happy or are you just going through the motions?
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Are you settling?
Its a tough question to ask yourself and sometimes its an even tougher answer to come up with.
Verywell Mind / Stocksy
But in the end, no one can tell you the answer, except for yourself.
But then comes the paradox of real life.
Or is it just a you problem?
We’re going to break it all down for you.
What Does Settling Actually Look Like?
Jon Dabach, PhD, couples counselor and relationship coach, says there are two different kinds of settling.
Staying for either reason is problematic.
Moreover, interpersonal closeness was almost as important for women.
Leadingham adds that the below are other signs:
What Are the Risks of Settling?
The biggest risk of settling is losing out on true love with a person better suited for you.
Settling may also lead to a painful ending.
For him, that moment came when a woman he was dating cheated on him.
He realized that her infidelity wasnt the real issue.
Most importantly, you begin to recognize that you deserve more than just surviving in your relationship.
That desire for genuine happiness and fulfillment becomes stronger than the comfort of familiarity, she adds.
The things you need, dontcompromiseon those.
During your conversation useI feel statementsthat express your experience rather than accusations.
Can we brainstorm ideas for quality time?
When Is It Time to Move On?
Rip off that Band-Aid.
After all, staying longer often means sacrificing more of your own wellbeing and potential for happiness.
3: Hell no!
In your love life, stay away from Hell no!
options, do not settle for a Maybe, and keep on the lookout for a Hell yes!
person, he says.
To find fulfilling love, you want to end up with a Hell yes!
personsomeone who is as loving and special as you are.
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