Dating : Abuse Allowed is Repeated

When we don’t set boundaries, what we do set is a precedent. We’re sending the message that we’re okay with someone’s behavior. It’s the same as socializing a toddler or a dog. Bad behavior allowed is condoning it, and it will be repeated.

It’s up to you to let people know want you want and expect in a relationship. They will treat you accordingly. With an abuser, usually what you say won’t matter as much as what you…