Not sure if I my relationship is worth it or should I just walk away
Hey everyone, I (24F) need advice on my relationship with my boyfriend (28M). We’ve been together for a while and things have slowly been getting worse, and I honestly don’t know if I’m overreacting or if this is just not a healthy relationship anymore. A lot of issues keep repeating: He gets angry easily and projects a lot onto me. Anytime we argue, everything becomes my fault somehow. He has called me a “bitch” during fights, then later says he only said it because he was tired or angry. I’ve told him multiple times that I don’t like cussing or yelling during arguments, but he keeps doing it and says he “can’t help it.” He says my “attitude” justifies the way he talks to me, even though he also talks to me with attitude. He doesn’t take me on dates, doesn’t get me flowers, and rarely initiates anything romantic. I feel like I’m the only one putting effort in. He struggles with severe depression and social anxiety, but because of that I end up having to do everything that involves talking to people. I always have to speak to strangers or handle things socially for him. It makes me feel more like I’m taking care of him than being in a partnership. I’ve even told him it makes me feel like I’m his mom, not his girlfriend. Sometimes I’m scared to bring up small concerns because he gets defensive or annoyed. When I tried to tell him that, he said, “Name one time,” like I was making it up. I know he’s going through a lot mentally, and I’ve tried to be supportive, patient, and kind. But I’m exhausted. I don’t feel emotionally safe, and I don’t feel chosen or pursued. I’m starting to resent him and his mom because of how I’ve been treated and how invalidated I feel. I really love him, but I can’t tell if this is something worth trying to fix or if I should break up and protect my peace. I don’t want to give up easily, but I also don’t want to stay in something that’s damaging me. Is this something that can realistically improve, or am I ignoring red flags? Honest options please!!
Posted Dec 8, 2025, 3:43 AM UTC