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“A big deal or am I overthinking?” Not every red flag is obvious. Sometimes it can be something small that you don’t really notice until later. That’s why it is tricky to figure them out. 

In this poll, you will go through 25 situations that might be red flags. Or maybe they’re totally fine. Depends on you, really.

So what’s a dealbreaker and what’s just a weird oddity? Let’s find out! 🚩

#1

They don’t say sorry - they just act like nothing ever happened

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    #2

    They always cancel last minute, but still expect you to be available

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    #3

    They never want to meet your friends

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    Data1001
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why should this be a thing? Your friends are your friends, they're not his. I wouldn't force my SO to become acquainted with my friends if she didn't want to, and I wouldn't expect her to do so, either.

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    #4

    They go through your phone “just to check”

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    Data1001
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, not cool. Your phone and your computer is yours, and should always remain completely private.

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    #5

    They say all their exes were “crazy”

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    #6

    They say you’re “too sensitive” every time you bring up how you feel

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    Tiffany
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    2 weeks ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sure, because sometimes they don't wanna deal with you. Also gas lighting you. But also maybe it can just be ignorance. Why don't you ever believe me!? Can also be used as a manipulative gas lighting phrase to question yourself and bring doubts. So I'm sure it's the same with " you're too sensitive." I am actually extremely sensitive due to my BPD. When my husband says it, it feels more ignorant ( lack of understanding). Could be lack of empathy though too. Most people say this to me. My therapist just says to me, the world would be a better place with more sensitive people.

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    #7

    They constantly joke about your insecurities, but say you're “too serious”

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    Tiffany
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    2 weeks ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's all them ( projection of self ) and not at all you. Just walk away and move on. Leave negativity and criticism behind. People who feel good about themselves (emotionally healthy) do not tear other people down. There's no need to do it. You're supposed to be kind and gentle with yourself. Self validation is #1. When you need constant outside validation, there's something wrong. Because, you're unable to love yourself. You're worthy.. once you realize this.. it's easy to just not pay attention to these types of people and walk away "happily."

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    #8

    You’ve never met a single one of their friends, because they don’t really have any

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    #9

    They say, “I’m just not a big texter”, and you barely hear from them between hangouts

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    #10

    They low-key make fun of your taste in music, shows, or food

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    Grape Walls of Ire
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    2 weeks ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of the reasons I'm with my wife is because she had some Tull in her collection when we met. And then when I played her Zappa, she didn't run screaming.

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    #11

    They ask you for advice and then do the exact opposite

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    Pittsburgh rare
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't expect people to follow my advice. I expect them not to complain when they do the opposite and backfires spectacularly.

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    #12

    They joke about breaking up anytime there's a disagreement

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    #13

    They’ve never been in a serious, long-term relationship

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    StrangeOne
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gotta start somewhere. Some people need to explore what they want an experience things before they find out who they want to settle with.

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    #14

    They say they’re “not close with their family” and never really explain why

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    Pittsburgh rare
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wouldn't explain why unless I'm seriously committed to someone. I don't go around explaining my family history

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    #15

    They avoid talking about the future

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    Pittsburgh rare
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's a timing thing. If they talk about the future too soon: worrying. If they don't talk about the future after being together for a long time: worrying

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    #16

    They always play the victim, even when they’re clearly in the wrong

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    #17

    They hide behind sarcasm even in serious conversations

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    #18

    They make big promises fast, but don’t always follow through

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    StrangeOne
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Rule of thumb, never make a promise you may not be able to keep.

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    #19

    They act differently around their friends than they do with you

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    #20

    They insist that you need to share passwords “if you really trust them”

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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me and my husband have all of each other's passwords, but we also at an age where talking about what happens if one of us suddenly dies or becomes completely incapacitated is a thing that becomes important. But in a new relationship that is a red flag.

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    #22

    They think having separate hobbies or interests is “drifting apart”

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    StrangeOne
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If anything it's completely normal and healthy to have separate interests. But it's good to try to take in each other's interests, try it out, observe, try to understand what it's all about.

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    #23

    They always want you to change something about yourself - your clothes, your hair, your vibe

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    #24

    They expect you to read their mind instead of just telling you how they feel

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    RedPepper
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    2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know if it's manipulation or just irrealistic expectations about a relationship, but it's exhausting

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    #25

    They’re super into conspiracy theories and think you should be too

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