How do you know if someone is taking advantage of you?
They're constantly asking you to do favors for them
Sure, friends with healthy relationships will do favors for one another, but if it's one sided and the person is constantly asking you to go out of your way for them, they're taking advantage of you — and wasting your time.
How do you know if a guy is taking advantage of you?
If they only allow you to hang out when they are available or at places that are only convenient for them, those are red flags. Beware if they ignore you when you want to make plans or are constantly making excusing when you ask to spend time with them. Relationships need to remain focused on give and take.
A guy who is a player is interested in physical contact with you right away. Since that's often his central goal, he sees no reason to take it slow. He is eager to cut to the chase and get what he's really after. He won't bother to develop emotional intimacy because all he wants is physical intimacy.
How do you know if someone loves you or is faking it?
They regularly make plans without considering you.
With fake love, your partner doesn't consider your thoughts or needs when making plans. S/he makes plans and then shares them with you. They think, “Take it or leave it,” or “You should be grateful I made the effort.”
An exploiter is a user, someone who takes advantage of other people or things for their own gain. Being an exploiter is selfish and unethical. To exploit someone is to use them in a way that's wrong, like an employer who pays low wages but demands long hours. An exploiter is a person who treats others this way.
The most common reason people use others is to get something in return. For example, someone might use you to help them with their work, so they can get a discount or a reward of some kind. Another reason people use others is to get something for themselves.
The slang term that describes that sort of person would be 'a user. ' It's descriptive. More conventional might be calling such a person 'selfish' or 'self-centered. ' Their behavior would be called 'self-serving.
People who are just being nice don't want to get closer and closer to another person. Instead, they'll keep a safe distance and might lean away if you try to touch them. However, a guy who likes you won't shy away from that physical contact! His whole body language will actually be leaning into the physical contact.
Many people avoid others from whom they receive attention or compliments beyond friendly conversation because they are already in a romantic relationship. Others, however, are simply not interested in having one. Many people are perfectly content with their lives, family, and friends, without wanting more—from anyone.
One of the biggest signs that you are dating a loyal person is that he is quite upfront about the relationship. He honestly talks about how he wants this relationship to unfold and always keeps your interest in mind.
If you are having a hard time getting over being used, talk to a therapist or a counselor to work through your emotional trauma. Seek out a professional in your area, or talk to your school or college to find out what resources are available to you. Therapy is beneficial to everyone, not just people who have been used.
How do you know if you are in a one sided relationship?
You don't feel a strong, deep, meaningful connection
A hallmark of a one-sided relationship is a lack of a deep connection between partners. If you feel more like roommates than soulmates, there's likely a problem. Revitalize your relationship by making an effort to spend time together.
