14 reasons we stay in relationships longer than we should:

1.       We fear the unknown.

2.      We feel guilt or shame.

3.      We feel a sense of duty/loyalty towards that person.

4.      It has become habit.

5.      We feel dependent on our partner.

6.      We are not honest with ourselves about how we feel.

7.      We are afraid of being judged.

8.     We’re worried the person can’t handle us leaving.

9.      We don’t want to feel like we failed.

10.  We prioritize our partner’s happiness over our own.

11.   We worry we will end up alone.

12.  We feel like we’ve invested too much time/energy.

13.  We don’t believe we deserve better.

14.  We listen to the advice of others.