Someone who is callous lacks empathy, which is necessary for a healthy relationship.

Here, learn about other callous personality traits.

And youd be hard-pressed to find someone who says being kind, honest, or thoughtful are bad things.

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Be aware of these 7 personality traits associated with being callous

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To be sure, unkindness comes in different forms.

And thats obviously not ideal for when you want to have a healthy romantic relationship with someone.

Two people’s legs touch under a table as they work on their laptops.

Chicago-based psychotherapist

They dontfeelsorry, says Dr. Daramus.

However, this charm is hardly ever used for good, caveats Dr. Daramus.

Its not because they actually care, but because it benefits them in some way.

Books on grief are seen floating against a backdrop of clouds.

Then, just a few hours later, you see theyre rolling around in their sedan.

Thats definitely the punch in of dishonesty that could be considered a callous personality trait, Dr. Durvasula says.

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Michelle Monaghan, Carrie Coon, and Leslie Bibb in The White Lotus, symbolizing toxic friendships.

Chicago-based psychotherapist

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