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3 Signs You’re in a Low-Vibrational Relationship That’s Draining Your Energy

There are ways to address the issue without breaking up.

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Have you ever been called “low vibrational” for bringing down the mood or excessively complaining? Well, people are turning this insult into a relationship pattern, warning others not to get trapped in the “low-vibrational” relationship.

Here’s what you should know about this relationship dynamic—and how to avoid losing yourself in it.

What Is a Low-Vibrational Relationship?

There are countless interpretations of a “low-vibrational” relationship, some of which can be harsh and even harmful. In this article, we’re not discussing partners who are struggling with their mental health or enduring periods of grief. Rather, we’re talking about an unhealthy and unbalanced dynamic between two people who aren’t giving the same effort.

According to Dr. Linda Dolin, the Medical Director of The Sylvia Brafman Mental Health Center, “A low-vibrational relationship is a relationship where one person feels drained by their partner, causing the relationship to feel one-sided.”

“It often occurs when one partner finds........

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