When asked if it was worth lowering one’s relationship standards on Reddit, one user said, “In the short run, I’m unhappy in the relationship. In the long run, I’m unhappy with myself.”

Relationship standards refer to an individual's expectations, values, and criteria regarding what is acceptable, desirable, or necessary in a romantic relationship. These standards encompass various relational aspects, including emotional, physical, and psychological needs. They guide how partners treat each other, what behaviors are acceptable, and what each person expects.

Relationship standards help individuals maintain healthy boundaries, ensuring their needs and values are respected. When these standards are compromised or lowered, it can lead to dissatisfaction, resentment, and potentially unhealthy relationship dynamics.

Here are three signs you are compromising more than you should in your romantic relationships.

While relationship standards are subjective and vary from person to person, one common reason for lowering them is to manage expectations within a........

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