The human capacity for love and companionship often leads individuals to seek and invest

in romantic relationships.

However not all relationships are healthy or fulfilling.

Many people find themselves trapped in what are commonly referred to as bad relationships.

These relationships are characterized by emotional turmoil, toxicity, and a general

sense of unhappiness.

Surprisingly many individuals choose to remain in such relationships despite the evident

harm they cause.

Are you one of those people?

Here are 10 reasons why people tell me they stay in these relationships.

Welcome back to Savvy Psychologist.

I'm your host Dr. Monica Johnson.

Every week on this show, I'll help you face life challenges with evidence-based approaches,

a sympathetic ear, and zero judgment.

One of the most significant psychological factors that keep people in bad relationships

is the fear of loneliness.

Humans are inherently social beings and the prospect of being alone can be daunting.

People in unhealthy relationships often believe that any relationship is better than none

at all.

This fear of loneliness can lead them to stay with a partner who is unsuitable or even

abusive.

The emotional pain of loneliness can sometimes seem worse than the pain experience in a bad

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