Why do people stay in bad relationships?

[teh_fuzz]

I don’t think the word limit on a reply would be enough to get into this discussion

But if we are being honest - when it comes to a man, it really is cheaper to keep her

 

[eldavis]

There are so many reasons why people stay in bad relationships though, one major reason is cause they are not confident in themselves, they feel they would not be able to find another relationship or they simply do not deserve something better.

 

[Blessed19]

I really can not say the reason why some people will prefer to remain in a bad relationship. Well there are so many reasons for such a thing to happen as some do feel the need to remain in a bad relationship all because there is a benefit that is attached to it in one way or the other.

 

[astutimeliana723]

Some people stay in bad relationships because of reasons for the sake of children, some of them also survive because they are ashamed to bear the title of widow/widower. As for me happiness is the most important thing, there is no reason for me to stay in a bad relationship.

 

[cherry123]

For me it is low Self-Esteem if a partner constantly been putting them down, they just hope that the situation will change and their partner will improve over time

 

[Chibson]

The major reason people stay in bad relationships is because they do not have options. If you have someone that have options you can easily walk away from a bad relationship. Of course such relationships can affect your mental health.

 

[Stardom22]

Most people fear that their children would miss the best parental care if they divorced.

 

[cherry123]

People often stay in bad relationships due to a combination of factors like low self-esteem, fear of being alone etc

 

[Urvashi]

People stay in bad relationships for various reasons. They may fear being alone or lack the confidence to move on. Some might hold onto hope that things will improve, while others may feel emotionally or financially dependent on their partner. I think it's about personal circumstances and emotional complexities.

 

[freelancermaria]

Many people remain in unhealthy relationships because they do not want to start over. I used to be like this. I stayed in horrible relationships because I didn't want to find something new and have to start over, but as I became older, I recognized it was wrong.

 

[King Belieal]

People stay in bad relationships because of low self esteem. They believe they won't be able to find another person. So they better stick to the one at hand. And that is a mindset for disaster and abuse.

 

[lens]

I don't seem to find myself enduring a toxic relationship. I priorities self care when it comes to situation like that.

 

[bravit23]

People do not want to stay lonely but this not a good reason. It is better to choose the right persons before entering any relationship.

 

[Niyi Briggs]

One of the biggest things that makes people to stay in bad relationships is the fear of having to start all over again. I understand that it is very painful to build something and all of a sudden, you need to start all over again to build. That stress and burden of starting all over again is what makes people to stay in bad relationships. But staying is not worth it.

 

[cherry123]

it is lack of confidence to move on. Some people hope that things will improve, both emotionally or financially someday. it is just an individual thing

 

[Lolita]

I think people stay in bad relationships due to fear of being alone, emotional attachment, low self-esteem, or hope for change. Sometimes, it’s also because they believe they can’t find something better or don’t feel worthy of more.

 

[monaco66]

For me it's due to a lack of self-love and fear of loneliness. Honestly, I could never stay in a bad relationship. I love myself too much to torture myself like this, and I know perfectly well that there are always better people in the world with whom you can connect and improve your life. So, why should I settle for people who hurt me? It doesn't make any sense. I clearly don't understand those kinds of people at all.

 

[Nomad]

In my observation, one of the main reasons why people stay in a bad relationship is because of their kids. They do not want their kids to suffer by separating. Single parenting is never good for kids.

 

[Starmix]

It might be difficult for the couple to part ways especially if they have kids and only the husband having a work. How could the wife feed and educate their kids if they will separate. There might be other reasons only they know.