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Psychologists think we tend to ignore red flags because we simply don’t want to be right. Falling in love can really mess up our minds, and turning a blind eye to behavior that’s obviously not right is one way. After all, finding someone you truly like is like winning the lottery these days, but no matter how much we’d want to fall in love, some glaring signs indicate we may be better off without them.

Examples of Red Flags (Funny But True)

When X user Lauren Chanel (formerly of Twitter) asked, “What’s a simple red flag that has never failed you? Something small like a person quoting 48 Laws of Power”—it struck a chord with many people. 

The illuminating replies started pouring in, and they definitely shed light on what to be cautious about in our love interests. You might find some of the biggest red flags in a guy funny at first glance, but they actually reveal what kind of a person they are. From people who say they hate animals to “littering,” some things may look basic or funny at first, but when you really think about it…

Whether you find the biggest red flags in a girl funny or not, the following compilation may save you from taking the wrong step. By the way, this isn't just a collection of funny red flags for girls; it includes funny red flags for guys, too!

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arion_exclusive tweets about service workers as red flag in relationship

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Dre Mosley
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Took a woman on a date years ago who did that. Had our waitress constantly attending our table, you could tell she got off on having a "servant." It was a major turnoff. Didn't go out with her again after that.

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Raine Soo
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have always wondered why people think that it is alright to say that they hate cats. The general response would be "Yeah, I get it. Cats are assholes." If you say you hate a dog, then the whole world is against you. "How dare you hate a dog? What sort of sub-human are you?" To cat-haters: what in the world did a cat ever do to you? So, yes, I'd run far, far away from someone who would harm a cat, or any animal, really.

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Have you ever been in love? Your best friend, your family friend, your parent? If so, you’d know very well how love changes people. Thankfully, the transformation is usually for the better, but sometimes, we fall head over heels so deeply that we lose the ability to detect doubts and other negative reactions we have with our love interests.

Elite Daily interviewed some experts. Here’s what they had to say about blind love and its impact on the people in the relationship.

In fact, very few of us are immune to this phenomenon, says nationally recognized psychotherapist Dr. LeslieBeth Wish, who considers blind love to be something that doesn’t have to do with appearances. It usually hits during the honeymoon phase, when we still haven’t had enough time to experience the negative side of our loved ones.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There's some sense to this statement. You can have respect for your fellow human and also respect the roles that different people have. If you make a big spill in a mall or airport, will you get a mop or a janitor? Just apologize and show gratitude.

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According to relationship expert Susan Winter, who also spoke to Elite Daily, the honeymoon phase brings all the best parts of our significant others to the spotlight. “We haven’t experienced the many times they’ll disappoint, let us down, and hurt us. These are the things that occur later in a relationship. Without knowing the totality of our partner, we are forced to see them in a state of love blindness.”

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Keri O'Donnell
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

omg - the most violent person I know is a huge litter bug - flings stuff all over the place, disgusting...also a serial domestic abuser and physically violent

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Those people also often can't stand jokes of similar type aimed at them.

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HelenKennedy tweets about people who are rude to waiters as red flag in relationship

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Took my date to a great restaurant where one of my best friends was our waiter. I introduced them to each other. On the ride home my date said to me " I cannot believe you would introduce me to a waiter... and what is it with you wearing a trench coat to a luxe restaurant.. don't you have anything nicer?" LAST DATE.

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After the honeymoon phase ends, many lovebirds start to see and experience the not-so-pretty side of their relationship. This is why recognizing your initial doubts at the beginning of a relationship is crucial. Cherlyn Chong, a dating and breakup recovery coach, suggests seeking a person who can meet one’s needs “regardless of surface or social standing.”

“They need to not completely judge people right off the bat, but they should also prioritize those compatibility traits.” Thus, often, that very first hint of a negative reaction you have may be the most telling one. Basically, don’t ignore the red flags!

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Periwinkle
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's part of someone's identity, It's important you get it right to respect them if they are sensitive or feel more comfortable with you doing so.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, I've never understood people who bond over and constantly talk about things they hate instead of things they like. Sure, it's fine to mention it when it comes up...But to actively seek out things to hate is sad.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A basic apology demonstrates remorse for something you did or didn't do. You start by saying "I'm sorry." Then you identify what it was that you did or didn't do to offend, you show you understand it hurt or offended the other person and how it hurt or offended them, and you tell them what you will do to avoid repeating it in the future. For example: "Hey, John- I'm sorry I told Mike you were getting divorced. You told me that in confidence and I know I betrayed your trust by sharing it with him. I value your trust, John, and promise you that if you ever confide in me again, my lips will be sealed." Notice I didn't offer an excuse like "I did it just that one time" or " I didn't know it wasn't public info." OWN IT when you apologize. Explaining yourself can come later if THEY request it. Otherwise, you're just throwing out excuses and not owning it.

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Remi Flynne
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ex friend kept doing this to me. I would start a conversation that she would wave away with with the comment 'oh, you and your x idea' as though it was weird when it was usually just something I'd seen in the news and wanted to share thinking she'd be interested. She'd roll her eyes and pull faces if she didn't understand or agree. She would demean compliments I got from people to make them appear worthless. I realised her low self esteem got a boost from belittling me. People who only feel better when they try to diminish you are not genuine friends. Real friends would want to listen and support you. Even if you miss the fun times (I do) it's truly not worth the other times when you go home upset and thinking 'what on earth was that for?'.

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Remi Flynne
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People who won't apologise. Accept it if you have stuffed up. There is no weakness in recognising that and saying sorry to those you have hurt. It is weak to try and hide it, cowardly to try and pretend you did nothing wrong.

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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Those people see apologies as a sign of weakness, when in fact it is the exact opposite. They themselves are weak and cowardly, believing that an apology will somehow diminish their stature. Mouthing “I’m sorry” is hollow and meaningless. A proper apology has several elements: you recognize and admit that a genuine transgression occurred (the most difficult first step); you take full, personal responsibility for it, and not try to place even partial blame elsewhere; you express remorse; you ask the injured party what you can do to repair the injury and then follow through; and finally, you ask for their forgiveness once you have taken steps to make it better. This can be done either face-to-face or in writing.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A certain recent ex-President of the United States could never seem to admit to making any mistakes even when the mistakes were obvious and huge.

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David Retsler
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"I was kidding!" or "It was a joke" are not acceptable responses.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

nobody likes making mistakes. just accept them or apologise, and move on.

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Tobias the Tiger
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My stepmother, basically. She always treats her family like s**t for no good reason, and never takes any responsibility for things she did because she "was stressed" or "had a bad childhood". Whenever someone calls her out on her bullshit, they're "making excuses", ironically. I'm done giving second chances to her.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Had an ex who refused to apologize after any argument because "apologizing means admitting you were wrong." Shockingly, he was a verbally abusive asshole.

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Leodavinci
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Don't have a problem, but let's be real. Too many people get their feelings hurt over innocuous things that have nothing to do with them. No one can read another's mind.

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Flora Endebez
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Then there are people like me, who spend the next hour obsessing that they've hurt someone's feelings and can't get over it.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I rather eat crow than follow it with mud. APOLOGIZE; we are human-we make mistakes.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would guess accidentally happens half as often, as I breathe! So, indeed a good point you made.

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Pamela Blue
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was married to one for 41 years. Put up with it (and many other toxic behaviours) for way too long. Then he walked off with another woman. I thanked God for small mercies. LOL!

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backatya
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Anyone who says "my bad" which most people copied from black people saying it. a lot of people are prejudice against blacks but sure do use their saying or way of talking and moves...

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Alexandra Ghobrial
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My e-friend would always do this!! She would mercilessly cut me down until someone else butted in when they saw me devastated. She would give a fake apology, then say that "An apology means absolutely nothing".

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Teresa Taylor
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I used to work with a guy like this. It drove me batshit crazy. Instead of saying, "oops! I messed up, let me fix it," there was ALWAYS an excuse. Once he even faked a document (he put the current date on it, then scratched over it to back date it) to make it look like I messed up and not him. My boss told me not to worry about it because she knew if I did it, I would admit it. I am ALWAYS ratting myself out over dumb stuff I do.

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Megan Stevens
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Dated someone that said he never apologizes for what he says if it hurts someone’s feelings only says sorry they got they’re feelings hurt. His rational behind that is whatever he said he didn’t intend to be hurtful and so isn’t sorry for it when someone took it the wrong way 😒

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Right up there with the "non-apology". Oh, they'll admit that YOU are hurt... but it's not their fault! They didn't make a mistake! It's YOU who has a problem.

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Melvin Dragvelk
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aw, did someone get their wittle feelings hurt? Go cry in the corner and suck your thumb.

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Kylee Mcelroy
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can accept i made the mistake but i don't know how to apologize properly without it sounding fake.. Any tips?

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Doesn't matter if it feels fake to you, so long as you apologize at all and mean it. The words don't actually matter that much, but if you want, you might look through apologies of politicians and such and try to figure out by yourself what it is that makes so many of them sound insincere. Shouldn't be necessary, though.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yup, those who won't apologize, and pick up on others feelings and empathize are bad news! Run away! O.O

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

YEEESSSS!!! I hate this. It's always you who has to compromise, apologize, and feel bad. They criticize you, but as soon as you point one thing about them, THEY GO NUTS.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

l am autistic. l rarely understand when l have hurt someones feelings unless it is pointed out to me. this post has made me upset. please refrain from saying this in future

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Iggy
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There's is a difference here. You're not refusing to accept anything, you just have difficulties understanding when you've upset someone. The tweet above is about people who refuse to accept it because they don't want to look bad.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In UK, in most supermarkets, you have to put a £1 coin to get a trolley. If you want your coin back, you must return the trolley. (and yes, we call it a trolley!)

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Like when you dont drink alcohol and people keeps pushing you to have one.

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Remi Flynne
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My sister would believe 100% every critical story about every new boyfriend's exes. Boyfriend after boyfriend - they all had evil exes. Then, shock, discover that her boyfriends were actually the people with the problem. Not saying that applies in all cases but be wary if it's a trend in the partners you pick.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What about a woman thinking it's "cute" when a man cooks them dinner? Are we throwing those women in the trash too or is this a gender specific thing?

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

100%. It tells me they are more a fan of cults than sports.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I see narcissistic behaviour is rising among people, or maybe it was always there any social just makes it more evident.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I used to work as a cleaner. I couldn't understand why some people would leave their lunch rubbish on the table when you had to pass the bin to leave the room!

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SarahSmith4WA tweets about man who follows a no thanks as red flag in relationship

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I feel like this might also be the influence of movies showing that you have to be persistent and if you keep trying he/she will fall in love with you so "don't give up".

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Leo Domitrix
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

IMHO? We have to be careful what we mean by "drama", as in, do we mean overexaggerating small problems, or do we mean the person is a self-fulfilling prophecy of doom, or do we mean that they had bad luck and are feeling crappy about it?

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Giovanni
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I barely work and barely play, i mostly take depression naps. Is it ok?

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Katie Lutesinger
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've never been religious, but I do like that line in the bible about how when you do good deeds it doesn't count if you brag about it afterwards. Because it's true - you should do kind, charitable things for their own sake, not just to make yourself look good.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hate this one. People have always been having their feelings hurt by insensitive (and bigoted) comments. It's just that nowadays it's much more acceptable to call people out on it. For example, decades ago, women had to just quietly take workplace harassment or be fired.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I disagree with this one. There is a lot of politically correct racist and misogynist things said and there are a lot of not politically correct things which are not racist and misogynistic. The preamble is to recognize that you may not agree with what they are saying. That doesn't make it automatically wrong.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or... I'm a nice person.... it's not for them to judge, it's for people who know them to decide if that's what they think.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

actually it means something worse : "they don't want to see their kids"

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's easy to assume women who don't have women friends must not like women. When really tons of us are just too f*ckin shy ^.^;;

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Iggy
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No generation is soft. Those who suggest it should stop paying attention to silly Daily Mail nonsense.

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Oskar vanZandt
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think the key of the OPs concern is that the men who say she's perfect barely know her... a bit premature to make such an evaluation. Plus those men probably have unrealistic expectations about a relationship with her...

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Ziva Kravdahl
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh! I have one red flag! People who do not like others JUST because they like different things and judging others by it.

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Beware of the Red Flags! 

Did you enjoy those funny red flags? Well, we hope you did and also learned a thing or two about blind love. So, next time you notice a red flag, don’t turn a blind eye to it. What are some of the red flags that you have experienced? Don’t forget to let us know in the comments. Also, share this with your friends and steer them away from these red flags!