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Why Accusatory Statements Are Poison in Your Relationships

We’ve all been there. In the heat of an argument, words fly out of our mouths faster than we can process them. “You always do this!” “You never listen to me!” Before we know it, we’re knee-deep in a verbal sparring match, wondering how we got there. The culprit? Accusatory statements.

These verbal grenades might feel satisfying to lob in the moment, but they’re relationship poison. Let’s dive into why these statements are so toxic and what we can do instead.

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What Does It Feels Like To Miss Out On Relationships Until Later In life 

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Honestly, yes, I do feel like I “missed out.” As I’ve grown older, I believe more and more that a sense of relational exploration is vital in one’s adolescent years.

I went to a high school where I didn’t have the opportunity to explore that side of myself and college … well, suffice to say that college sucked, too.

It leaves you feeling stunted and underdeveloped, and like you’re waiting on some train you’re not sure even exists.

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