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Y’all pissing me off. I got s**t to do.
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idk, but I never plan to find out and it's concerning that you feel the need to tempt me.
Sometimes, a relationship might seem too perfect to be true. Imagine meeting someone online who seems like a dream: they’re kind, patient, and always know the right thing to say. Their messages make your heart skip a beat, and you can’t wait to meet them in person. But then, reality hits. You finally meet for coffee, and they’re rude to the staff, dismissive, or even condescending. Suddenly, something feels off, and that perfect image starts to crack.
It’s almost like a scene from a movie, the moment when the charming love interest reveals their true colors, and you realize they’re not who they seemed to be. While not every mismatch is this dramatic, certain red flags should never be ignored when looking for a partner. These warning signs can help you spot deeper issues before they turn into major problems.
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I walk up and start chatting to the group talking about our new furry family member and his tragic history, and this lad I liked thought it would be the height of funny in that moment to lunge at the dog. He was nearly 6ft already at 17, and the dog was a small poodle. So the size difference from the perspective of that little dog must have been terrifying, especially considering the a**se he’d suffered.
The poor dog ran behind me shaking like a leaf and the lad was doubled over laughing his a*s off.
I’ve never hated someone so quickly and so intensely before or since.
I gave him a piece of my mind - which as a teen amounted to me shouting about what a total w****r he was and how I hoped he shrivelled and died. I never bothered speaking to him again, he phased out of the friend group soon after and I don’t know what happened to him.
Fortunately the dog was fine and over the course of a couple of years really developed his confidence with my gran, until he was 14 and passed peacefully in his sleep.
If by some alignment of the stars you read and remember this Dave, f**k you, you’re a w****r and I still hope you shrivelled up.
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**That’s when he told me he and his buddies liked to ride their bikes, and swing baseball bats, as they chased terrified homeless people down**.
When he saw my horrified expression he was like “we don’t actually hit them! They just think we will. At worst we’ll throw brown paper bags full of dog s**t at them! Hahaha.”
That relationship lasted about half a day.
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Psychologist Judith Klenter shares her insights in an article for Open Up. “A red flag is any behavior that signals a (potential) partner may not be the right fit for you. This could be something as subtle as someone bringing up their ex constantly on a first date or something more serious like controlling tendencies.”
Judith also highlights that some red flags are universally problematic. “There are warning signs that should be taken seriously by everyone. This includes violent behavior, extreme jealousy, controlling tendencies, or any actions that suggest manipulation or emotional abuse,” she explains. These are not just minor annoyances, they are major indicators that something is wrong.
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He also went on a rant about how all homeless people should be rounded up and buried/thrown under the jail and disposed of.
We never spoke again after that day.
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When you first start dating, it’s easy to see your partner through rose-colored glasses. You might overlook obvious warning signs because everything feels exciting and new. But if you notice that they don’t keep their word, constantly making promises but never following through, that’s a big red flag. Actions always speak louder than words.
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Another warning sign is when someone is overly controlling. If your partner constantly checks up on you, demands to know your whereabouts, or tries to dictate your choices, it’s time to take a step back. Healthy relationships are built on trust, not control.
Narcissistic behavior can be tricky to identify at first. These individuals often seem confident and charming but over time, they reveal their true nature. If someone always makes everything about themselves, dismisses your feelings, or lacks empathy, these are major red flags that shouldn’t be ignored.
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I noped out of there as fast as I possible could.
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Emotional support is a cornerstone of any strong relationship. If your partner downplays your struggles, invalidates your feelings, or refuses to be there for you during tough times, it’s a sign that they might not be the right person for you. You deserve someone who uplifts you, not someone who makes you feel like your emotions don’t matter.
#19
His “best friend” looked me dead in the eye and asked
“Do all women do this early in relationships, think they’re pregnant to keep their men?”
Positive p**s and blood tests and the need for a medical procedure I never wanted to endure, but sure, I’m just making this all up to keep my partner.
I’d kept my mouth shut on his flat earth theories until then but that was the last straw.
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