5 Toxic Traits & Red Flags

Toxic traits are caused by developmental trauma developing into a low sense of self esteem highlighting those insecurities that manifest into toxic traits. If you are in a friendship or any type of relationship with ANYONE who displays the following qualities & addressing the issue is at fail: DROP THEM. They are NOT worth your mental health❣️🧠


1. Gaslighting & Crazy-Calling

They blatantly deny their own manipulative behavior & ignore evidence when confronted with it. They become dismissive & critical if you confront them with facts. Instead of addressing their inappropriate behavior, somehow it always becomes your fault for being “sensitive” & “crazy.” Toxic people condition you to believe that the problem is not the abuse itself, but instead your reactions to their abuse & cannot accept responsibility for their words and actions.


2. “Reactive Abuse”

They call you needy after intentionally ignoring your needs. They purposely trigger you and then use your reactions against you and blame you for being “too emotional.” You are not being “too emotional.” This is called “Reactive Abuse.”


3. Overstepping & Crossing Boundaries

They slowly belittle your intelligence & disrespect/discredit your strengths & abilities. If you point this out, they call you sensitive & crazy. You might begin to feel resentful & upset, but you learn to push away those feelings to keep the peace.


4. Withhold Attention & Undermine Your Self-Esteem


After once showering you with nonstop attention & admiration, they suddenly seem completely bored by you. They treat you casually & become very annoyed that you’re interested in continuing the passionate relationship that they created. You begin to feel like a chore to them.


5. Focuses on Your Mistakes While Dismissing Own Faults


If you point out their inappropriate or disrespectful behavior, they will always be quick to turn the conversation back on you. You will be very aware that any mistake can and will be used against you. Any form of constructive criticism will be met with turning the tables.

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