How to Spot Conditioning in Relationships
Sometimes, what we think is love, loyalty, or just “how relationships are” is actually emotional conditioning. It happens over time—through repeated patterns, subtle messages, or more overt manipulation. Before long, we’re reacting, adjusting, and over-functioning in ways that don’t feel like us anymore. This post explores how to notice those patterns—and how to begin separating yourself from them. What is Conditioning in a Relationship? Emotional conditioning is when you’re trained—consciously or not—to put someone else’s comfort, needs, or approval above your own. It’s not always loud or obvious. Often, it’s quiet and persistent. And over time, it makes you question your instincts, ignore your needs, and tolerate things you wouldn’t have at the start. Signs You’ve Been Conditioned 1. You Apologize All the Time You say “sorry” even when you haven’t done anything wrong—like when you need space, set a boundary, or express a feeling. This kind of over...
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