4 Reasons Why You Should Let Go of Toxic Relationships & A Toxic Work Environment

As we move into the holiday season, many of us will be interacting more at work and with family members. Parties, get-togethers and just the normal closeness of the holidays are coming and that will also add stress to the season.

One factor that causes stress during the holidays is the toxic relationship or toxic workplace. ?In order to enjoy the holiday season and start the year off on a positive direction, you need to let go of the toxic relationships in your life. I know, easier said than done.

If you are having trouble letting go of a toxic relationship or leaving a toxic work environment, it might be time to look at the four reasons below to remind you why it is so important to move on.

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1.??? You Won’t Be Able to Grow

Do you have big dreams of a new career for yourself or maybe moving to a new city? The problem with toxic relationships is, they hinder personal growth. As long as you continue to hang on to them, you won't achieve the dreams you have. So if you are tired of being stuck in the same rut, it's going to take letting go of your toxic relationship for you to move on.

2.??? Toxic Relationships Frequently Become Abusive

Maybe you are just beginning to notice the early signs that your relationship is toxic. It can be easy to think that things will get better, but the truth is, according to Psychology Today, it is much more likely that a toxic relationship will get worse. Not only can it become emotionally abusive, but this can escalate to verbal and physical abuse as well. This is why you should leave now before the relationship gets to that point.

3.??? You’ll Feel Stronger

Leaving a toxic relationship is never easy, but when you do walk away, you will be shocked by how great you feel. Walking away from a toxic relationship will make you a stronger and more confident person, even if it doesn't feel that way at first. So although it may be difficult now, ask yourself if you want to become a stronger person. Chances are, the answer is yes, and this is why you should leave toxic relationships behind.

4.??? Toxic Relationships are Damaging

?Sometimes, when you are in a toxic relationship or toxic workplace, it can be difficult to see the damage it is causing. But toxic relationships not only cause emotional damage to you, but they can also damage your mental well being. If a relationship is especially toxic, it could eventually damage your physical well being as well. You only get one life, and you deserve better than to be damaged in any way, shape, or form—remember that.

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Overall, there will never be an easy way to leave a toxic relationship or workplace behind. If you need that boost to get you going, remind yourself that leaving a toxic relationship will help you grow, become stronger, and save you from abuse. Not to mention that toxic relationships can inflict damage that you don't deserve. You deserve better, and now it's time to show that to yourself by leaving your toxic relationship or workplace.

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