Quiz time: Relationship/Emotional Struggles

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Hey friends! :waving_hand:

I know that emotional struggles in relationships can be really tough to work through, be it conflict, setting boundaries, or figuring out if a relationship is healthy, so I think it’s important to reflect on our emotions and experiences together. :blue_heart:

Let’s take this quick 5-question quiz to check in with yourself and learn more about relationship and emotional struggles!

1. When conflicts arise in a relationship, what is generally the most effective way to address them?
A) Avoid the topic until things calm down
B) Express your feelings and listen to your partner’s perspective
C) Assume your partner should know why you’re upset
D) Give them the silent treatment

2. Which of the following is a sign of an unhealthy emotional pattern in a relationship?
A) Feeling supported and valued by your partner
B) Having occasional disagreements but resolving them respectfully
C) Constantly feeling guilty or anxious about expressing your needs
D) Being able to communicate openly without fear

3. How can you tell if you’re experiencing emotional burnout in a relationship?
A) You feel drained or resentful after most interactions
B) You find joy in spending time with your partner
C) You feel comfortable being yourself around them
D) You both make efforts to grow and improve together

4. If you find yourself doubting your own emotions in a relationship, what is a good first step?
A) Ignore your feelings and hope they pass
B) Talk to a trusted friend, counselor, or journal your thoughts
C) Assume you’re just overreacting and move on
D) Wait for your partner to notice something is wrong

5. Which of these is a healthy way to set emotional boundaries?
A) Clearly communicate what you’re comfortable with and enforce it respectfully
B) Expect your partner to figure it out without discussing it
C) Avoid confrontation and just go along with things
D) Let your emotions build up until you eventually explode

Scroll down for the answers!

Answer Key:
1 – B
2 – C
3 – A
4 – B
5 – A

:thought_balloon: How did you do? Let me know your thoughts or if any of these questions resonated with you!

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Hey friends!

We know that relationships can be complicated, and sometimes, it can be hard to recognize the patterns that shape our emotional connections. Sometimes it could be us dealing with conflict, setting boundaries, or understanding our emotional needs, but it’s most important for us to first have self-awareness.

Let’s take a moment to reflect:

:sparkles: Do you feel emotionally safe expressing your needs in your relationships?
:sparkles: When disagreements happen, do you feel heard and respected?
:sparkles: Are you constantly second-guessing your emotions or feeling guilty for having needs?

When we learn how to understand our relationship patterns, it can help us to build healthier connections.

What do you think? Share with us your thoughts below!