Asymmetric Relationships Aren’t Typically Healthy—Here’s How To Tell if You’re in One

But its when theres asymmetry in terms of commitment that the longevity of the relationship comes into question.

Without that, people start wondering, How do I behave?

How do they behave?

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What are our expectations?

This can breed just as much resentment in the less committed person as in the more committed.

In any of these cases, asymmetric commitment could be the culprit.

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

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Vacation Fling Gets a Reality Check in New Romance Book Swept Away

Of course, thatll be tougher to do if the difference between your timelines is vast.

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

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

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