The main reason for the increasing distance between husband-wife or romantic partners is that one of the partners has become ‘toxic’. This does not always mean physical violence; Rather, it reflects a situation where the person is very emotionally broken. To make sure you don’t become a victim of emotional poisoning, don’t ignore these signs in your partner’s behavior:
**Yelling over small things:** If your partner gets extremely angry over every little thing – causing you to constantly weigh your words so as not to anger them, or if they start yelling at you without any provocation – then you are in a toxic relationship. Such behavior should never be ignored.
**Blaming you for everything:** If your partner has a habit of blaming you for everything – blaming you for every outcome and refusing to take responsibility for his or her own mistakes – then this is a very stressful attitude. Such a relationship is emotionally toxic.
**Refusal to talk openly about important issues:** If your partner never talks openly with you about small things like future plans or his daily work – or whenever you try to talk about important matters at home or the increasing distance in the relationship, he tries to ignore or avoid the conversation – then it is a very stressful relationship for you.
**Trying to control everything:** Everyone needs their personal space – including their choice of friends, the way they dress, personal activities and social interactions. If your partner exhibits controlling behavior regarding these aspects of your life, it is a sign of an emotionally toxic relationship, which can leave you feeling suffocated and suppressed.
**Insulting you in front of friends:** Respect is the most important thing in any relationship. If your partner doesn’t choose his words carefully when angry – and even goes to the extent of embarrassing or belittling you in front of family and friends – then such behavior should not be tolerated under any circumstances.
