This can be especially challenging if their toxicity have heavily influenced you.
Some of us are naturally more assertive, while others are shier or more easygoing.
There is nothing wrong with having an opinionated and forthright partner.
However, there is something wrong if this is coupled with aggression or manipulation.
They will clear aside your suggestions and preferences to ensure they get what they want.
In many cases, a bulldozer is not as obvious as the cacophonous machine itself.
Bulldozing can be made subtle and hidden under what appears as good intentions.
However, other times, bulldozing can be outright aggressive bullying.
This is where the buzziest of relationship buzzwords come into play boundaries.
While it can be immensely difficultto leave an abusive relationship, the pain it inflicts is never acceptable.
If you or someone you know is enduring domestic abuse, help is available.
Reach out to the National Domestic Violence hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-787-3224.
