Love should lift you up, inspire you, and make you feel seen—but not every relationship is rooted in genuine affection. Sometimes, people stay in your life for convenience, personal gain, or emotional support rather than true love. Here’s how to spot if you’re being used instead of truly cherished:
1. Your Needs Always Take a Backseat
In a healthy relationship, both partners care about each other’s needs and feelings. If you’re constantly giving—your time, energy, or resources—while your partner rarely reciprocates, that’s a red flag. When their priorities always come first and your needs are consistently ignored, it’s a sign you might be valued for what you provide, not for who you are.
2. They Only Reach Out When They Want Something
Does your partner disappear for days or weeks, only to contact you when they need a favor, financial help, or emotional support? This pattern shows that their connection with you may be conditional. True love thrives on regular, meaningful communication, not just convenience.
3. Emotional Distance and Avoidance
Emotional intimacy is the heart of any loving relationship. If your partner shuts down, avoids deep conversations, or refuses to share their feelings, it could mean they aren’t emotionally invested. When love is real, both partners are open, vulnerable, and engaged—not distant or transactional.
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