In every toxic relationship, there comes a point where you look at your life and think, “Not This”. It could be a fleeting moment of awareness during your morning shower or when you’re being subjected to yet another silent treatment or triangulation event.
We all have “Not This” moments during the course of toxic relationships.
It’s during our “Not This” moments that we can choose to start planning something different for ourselves. We may not know what that will look like, but in the moment, it doesn’t matter. All we know is “Not This”. There is no turning back.
Or, after the dust settles, we may choose to “work on” the relationship because staying means less upheaval than leaving. At least with a toxic partner, we know what to expect.
Getting out on one’s own is often a scary proposition, so we choose to stay in “Not This”, thereby setting ourselves up for a life of emotional ruin. You’ll look back on all the years you wasted and realize things haven’t changed at all.
But, every passing minute is a chance to turn it all around. I have several resources for you if you’re ready, or even if you’re just thinking about it…
Xo (◍•ᴗ•◍)♡ ✧*。
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