How To Stop Toxic Behaviour In A Relationship | Relationship Expert On Unhealthy Patterns - Ep126

What makes a relationship toxic, and how do you know when it’s time to leave? In this episode of Aleena Dissects, Psychologist & Relationship Coach Ekta Bhanushali breaks down toxic behaviour, emotional abuse, manipulation, control, boundaries and the unhealthy patterns we often overlook in relationships. We talk about why people stay in relationships that no longer feel right, why we sometimes fall for someone’s potential, the difference between silent treatment and needing space, and how attachment styles can shape the way we love and communicate. From losing yourself in a relationship to dealing with breakups, healing and moving on, this conversation is about understanding your patterns, recognising what is unhealthy and building healthier relationships. Guest: Ekta Bhanushali Instagram: ektadb_speaks What We Discussed 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:53 Why People Stay in Unhealthy Relationships 00:02:52 Can You Change a Toxic Partner 00:04:38 Stop Accepting Excuses from Your Partner 00:05:56 How to Take Charge of Life 00:07:01 Knowing When to End a Relationship 00:09:05 Dating Culture Values vs Common Interests 00:11:52 Non-Negotiables and Must-Haves in Dating 00:13:34 Bare Minimum Rules for Dating Someone 00:15:40 How to Spot False Relationship Promises 00:19:42 How Relationship Compatibility Fades Over Time 00:21:33 How to Put Effort into Relationships 00:24:07 Dealing with Partner Bad Mood Swings 00:27:14 Importance of Emotional Regulation in Couples 00:27:44 Understanding the 5 to 1 Ratio 00:29:36 Signs of Toxic Relationship Behavior Explained 00:32:10 Identifying Subtle Signs of Emotional Abuse 00:35:37 Why People Stay in Denial Abuse 00:37:15 Sunk Cost Fallacy in Dating Relationships 00:41:36 Overcoming Fear of Being Single Again 00:44:28 John Gottman Four Horsemen Red Flags 00:48:36 How to Maintain Identity in Marriage 00:50:49 Silent Treatment vs Needing Personal Space 00:53:32 Anxious Avoidant and Secure Attachment Styles 01:00:49 How to Become Secure Attachment Style 01:02:28 How to Move On After Breakup Music from #inaudio : https://inaudio.org/ Track Name - inaudio - Infraction Music- Do It CREDITS Produced by - Digital Dissect Media Host & Research - Aleena Qureshi Post-Producer, DOP, Social Media Edits - Harsh Hiwale Editor - Rohit Ghansham & Rupesh Yadav Production Assistant - Santosh Team - Disha Bele & Khyati Listen To #AleenaDissects On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/068WQm4... Also available on Apple Podcasts | JioSaavn About Aleena Dissects: The internet has no shortage of content. What it lacks is conversations worth your time. I'm Aleena Qureshi, Founder of Social Media Dissect, a marketing company built on understanding content, media, brands, and consumer behaviour. Aleena Dissects Podcast is an extension of that curiosity. Each episode brings together people from business, entertainment, media, sports, technology, education, and beyond, not just to talk about what they've achieved, but to explore how they think, what shaped them, the decisions that changed their journey, and the lessons they've learned along the way. Every conversation goes beyond the headlines and beyond the obvious, leaving you with ideas, perspectives, and insights worth carrying forward. If you enjoy meaningful conversations that challenge the way you think, subscribe and join us every week. Dissect Channels - Clips channel: @aleenadissectsclips Instagram: Instagram: aleenadissects LinkedIn: LinkedIn: aleena-gandhi Instagram: Instagram: socialmediadissect Website: https://www.socialmediadissect.com