damaged goods and have too much baggage to be worthy of someone who’s “better” than their ex.
These feelings are often an after effect of hurtful words from your former partner who made it their mission to press your buttons they’re very familiar with, ultimately making you question your self-worth. Although these thoughts can be difficult to move to past, it’s definitely possible to move past them.
3. You’re feeling survivor’s remorse
Once an unhealthy relationship ends, it’s not unusual to think that you’ve ‘escaped’ or ‘gotten out.’ It’s also common to feel relieved as you make the final move to leave the situation for good.
However, once it’s really over, it’s not uncommon for feelings of guilt, regret self-doubt to settle in soon after. This can usually be a sign of a co-dependency element in the relationship that finally came to an end. It’s at this stage that many people go back to the toxic situation, just to make the discomfort go away.
Giving a failed relationship another chance is ok, in some instances. But it’s important to recognize when it’s with a toxic ex and whether you’re good for each other down the road. Give yourself plenty of time to get used to