Codependence

Warning Signs of an Unhealthy Relationship

Red Flags

If he tries to go too fast, too soon, this spells DANGER

If he insists that his plans are more important than yours, this spells DANGER

If he acts like nothing has hap- pened after an abusive episode, this spells DANGER

If he mistreats pets this spells DANGER

If he blames you for what has happened and minimizes his abuse, this spells DANGER

If he tries to isolate you from friends and family, this spells DANGER

If he is inconsiderate, disrespect- ful, or puts you down in public, this spells DANGER

If he demands that you give up your dreams, this spells DANGER

Your better question is, “What is he doing wrong?”

If he checks up on your every move this spells DANGER

If he shows intense, unwarranted jealousy, this spells DANGER

If he uses derogatory language towards your family & friends, this spells DANGER

If you experience illogical incidents of abuse in the middle of bliss, this spells DANGER

DANGER The first sign of dissociation is when you start to wonder if it really happened at all. (To confirm your reality, find a witness, or write down what happened and date it)

From the book, Dragonslippers. Copyright © 2005 by Rosalind B. Penfold.

Prince ‘Harming’ Syndrome

Prince Harming Syndrome

By Karen Salmansohn 30th July 2014

About a decade ago, I became involved with a guy I jokingly referred to as “a Romantrix.” Don’t bother Googling that term. I made it up to describe someone who dominates you so much with hot pursuit, that romance is inevitable.

This particular Romantrix inundated me with love letters, flowers, candle-lit dinners, and continuous promises to love me forever.