7 Signs That You Are Too Attached To Your Partner

If you are in a committed, long-term relationship, doing everything together kind of becomes second nature at some point. Feeling inseparable with your partner can be a good thing and can be an evidence that you have real, meaningful connection with them. But if this feeling starts to become more literal than figurative, this may be an indication that you have become way too dependent on your partner. While it is necessary to spend quality time with your significant other, it is critical to maintain healthy relationships with friends, family and, most importantly, yourself. Having an identity outside of your significant other is not only healthy for you, but essential to the success and longevity of any romantic relationship. If any of this is sounding a tad bit too familiar, these 7 signs could be red flags that you are too attached to your partner.

You cannot find happiness outside of your partner
Our partners should definitely be a source of happiness. But when they become your only happiness in life, this is severely dangerous. This means that if you take them out of the equation, you will be left with no internal joy or ability create your own happiness as an individual.

You get angry or agitated with your partner for no reason
When you go past healthy quality time and tip toe towards spending too much time with your partner, you may find yourself constantly irritated with them just for existing. This is because you are always on top of each other, crowing each other’s space and thoughts, even consciousness. It’s true that absence makes the heart grow fonder, and lack of time apart can make the heart grow indifferent or agitated.

Your partner has to be present at all times
If you are too dependent on your partner, you may feel like you cannot execute a thing in life without them literally right by your side. While this may sound romantic in theory, in reality, two people in a relationship must be comfortable enough away from each other to lead productive, fulfilling lifestyles—such as going to work, taking trips, or even enjoying a hobby.