You know that heavy weight in your chest—the one that settles in when you realize you’re doing all the emotional work, keeping the bond alive, and holding space for both of you?

If you’ve ever caught yourself asking, “Am I the only one putting in effort here?” you might be trapped in a one-sided relationship.

These relationships often start subtly. They don’t always begin with glaring red flags. But over time, the imbalance drains your energy, confidence, and sense of self-worth.

The tricky part about one-sided relationships is that they often start beautifully. You might have felt intense chemistry, deep conversations, and genuine moments that seemed destined. Yet somewhere along the way, the balance shifted. What began as mutual effort slowly turned into a solo act, with you as the only one keeping the connection alive.TO READ MORE, TAP HERE