From Self-Worth To Respect, Women Share 10 Valuable Lessons They Learned From Failed Relationships!

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From Self-Worth To Respect, Women Share 10 Valuable Lessons They Learned From Failed Relationships!

Here’s the thing ladies, relationships are meant to be hard, It’s like a roller coaster of life that takes us through highs and lows, twists and turns and sometimes they even make us feel queasy. But there is always a valuable lesson waiting for you to be learned and breakups are a part of it. Recently a thread on Reddit popped up where women talked about what they have learned from their failed relationships. So here are a few takeaways that women on Reddit have learned from past experiences in relationships.

What is the most valuable lesson you’ve learned from a failed relationship?
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1. Date Someone Who Actually Likes You

Some of the users pointed out the most important thing is that someone is genuinely interested in you and appreciates you. It’s hard to find someone who is interested and enjoys your company, at all times. But you can’t settle for less!

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2. Trust Your Gut!

Ladies trust me when I see this it is very very important to trust your gut many women emphasize the importance of listening to your gut.

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Also Read: 5 Reasons Why Taking A Cheating Partner Back Is A Bad Idea!

3. Communication Is A Must!

We know that a good relationship can make or break a relationship That being said it is crucial to express your thoughts feelings and concerns openly and honestly. You cannot expect your partner to be a mind reader, can you?

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4. Love Isn’t Always Enough

Most women talked about how love isn’t always enough to make a relationship work. This is a very very important lesson that most of us miss out on. Love is just one of the parts of a relationship. Compatibility shared values and mutual respect are just as important as love.

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5. Boundaries Need To Be Set

Boundaries, let’s talk about those. Boundaries are extremely in maintaining healthy relationships. Being vocal about your expectations can make both parties avoid any kind of compromise on their values and keep the relationship healthy.

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Also Read: 5 Small Gestures To Express Love For Your Partner In A Grand Way!

6. Knowing When To Move On

It’s important to understand when a relationship has run its course and have the courage to walk away. If you keep on holding onto something that is no longer serving you it will just make you crave for something that you never had in the first place.

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7. Actions Speak Louder Than Words

Here is the thing, actions will always speak louder than words. Women talked about the need to pay attention to how your partner treats you. Words are meaningless if they are not backed up with respectful and consistent efforts.

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8. Settling For Less

Most women in the thread talked about settling for less in relationships. No one can tell you what you deserve and you shouldn’t settle for less than what you do! You are worthy of a partner who respects you and cherishes you for who you are.

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9. Taking Time For Yourself

It’s important to keep time for yourself. I believe that relationships are just a part of your life, not your whole life. It’s very easy to lose sight of your individuality in a relationship. But you can’t forget to make time for your own interests and your own personal life in a relationship.

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So that you have it, these are a few things that one can learn in relationships and take ahead to find someone who is better suited for you. Failed relationships can be extremely painful but there are also valuable learning experiences. By understanding your past mistakes and taking these lessons to heart, you can navigate your future relationships healthily. After all, it’s not just about making a relationship work, but it’s also about learning to enjoy and nurture relationships.

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