Why do I love my ex who treated me badly?

We feel they love us even though they treat us badly. This contradiction is known as cognitive dissonance, where we believe two contradictory thoughts at the same time. As a result of the contradiction we can become more extreme in our thoughts and behaviours as we wrestle with the disconnect.

How do I know if my ex was a narcissist?

11 Signs You’re Dating a Narcissist — and How to Get Out

1. an inflated. sense of importance.
2. a deep need for. excessive attention and admiration.
3. lack of empathy. for others.
4. often having troubled. relationships.

Is it okay if my boyfriend is treating me like crap?

If he’s treating you like crap or like he doesn’t give a damn, that isn’t okay. It doesn’t matter how you try to justify it — it’s just not. Listen to your friends when they tell you it’s BS. Listen to your inner voice when it nags you and tells you something’s wrong with this relationship.

Why does my ex-boyfriend treat me like garbage?

Simple, your Ex treats you like garbage because you let him. You are over thinking it. Most likely because you are both hurt and because you may still have some unresolved issues with the relationship. He broke up with you, you owe him nothing. Do not give him attention, do not communicate with him.

What does it mean when a man treats you like he doesn’t?

Time for a reality check: if he treats you like he doesn’t care, he clearly doesn’t. Respect yourself enough to walk away. 1. He’s telling you he’s done without having the balls to say it. Honestly, men aren’t these mysterious creatures we simply can’t understand.

Why won’t my Ex be nice to me anymore?

Therefore, they don’t see any reason to be nice to you, unless they can see a way that doing so benefits them directly. And while they don’t take responsibility for their hurtful behavior, they also lack the ability to become truly attached to you in a healthy way, which further distances them emotionally from you.