“I stayed in a relationship despite red flags”

Item: I stayed in a relationship despite red flags
Rating: 2
Author: u/unidentifiedactual

What Actually Happened

I felt ignored and disrespected in the relationship, with him prioritizing his friends and exes over me

What I wish I knew

"I wish I had recognized the warning signs sooner"

Advice to Someone Facing This Now

If I could tell you one thing

"Be honest with yourself and trust your instincts, don't settle for a relationship that doesn't feel right"

Regret Index

8/10

Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.

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relationships Category

559

relationships decisions logged. Avg regret 6.7/10 across the category.

Same Outcome Band

57%

of relationships decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.