In today’s society, where the ideal of a perfect relationship is often glamorized, we rarely talk about the healthier option in many cases: breaking up. Yes, you heard that right. It might sound controversial, but let’s face it—sometimes, breaking up is not just an option; it’s the best one.
The Red Flag of Snooping
Consider this scenario: you feel the urge to snoop through your partner’s phone. Regardless of the reasons—whether they’re giving you grounds for suspicion or you’re grappling with your insecurities—snooping is a giant red flag. It signifies a lack of trust, the very foundation of any healthy relationship. If you’re snooping because they’re acting suspiciously, it’s clear they’re not someone you can fully trust. On the flip side, if your insecurities are driving you to invade their privacy, you’re not ready for a healthy partnership either.
The Toxicity of Justifying Unhealthy Behavior
A disturbing trend in modern relationship advice is justifying toxic behavior. It’s alarming how often people leap over the obvious, healthier solution: ending the relationship. Staying in a toxic relationship under the guise of love or fear of loneliness is not only detrimental to your mental well-being but also hampers your growth as an individual.
The Challenge of Overcoming Societal Expectations
It’s not easy to break free from the societal notion that being in a relationship is an essential status to attain. The pressure to be part of a couple is real and intense. However, it’s crucial to understand that being single is not a deficiency. It’s an opportunity for personal growth, self-discovery, and learning to be content with your own company.
The Harder, Yet Healthier Path
Yes, the journey of self-acceptance and being content with singleness can be challenging. It requires introspection, unlearning societal norms, and often, a significant amount of internal work. But this challenging path is unquestionably better than the alternative—staying in a relationship that’s doing more harm than good.
It’s Okay to Break Up
It’s high time we normalize breaking up when a relationship becomes unhealthy. It’s not a sign of failure but a courageous step towards self-love and better mental health. So, if you’re in a relationship that’s making you consider snooping, or if you’re justifying toxic behaviors, remember these three words: Break. Up. Now.
It’s better to be single and healthy than partnered and unhappy. Embrace the journey of self-love and let go of what’s not serving you. Your future self will thank you.
/Rant over.
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