Seven things you should not sacrifice for a relationship

 Relationships are difficult to forge, and relationships are equally tough to sustain. All attachments require hard work, dedication and sacrifice. However, there are a few things that you should never ever sacrifice for a relationship, regardless of how much you love someone. And if you sacrifice yourself for a relationship, you are losing yourself and your dignity.

So let us look at a few things you should never sacrifice for a relationship:

1. Your career and ambitions

If you dream big and want to rise in your career, then sacrificing it for the sake of a relationship is not worth it. A relationship that takes you away from your ambitions is not the one made for you. Rather, you should lookout for a person who supports you and your ambitions. A person who loves you will never be a barrier between you and your dreams. In fact, your partner will help you realise your dreams. So you have to decide if you want to choose your relationship and regret it later or choose your career and be in a relationship that helps you grow further.

2. You mental peace

People enter a relationship to avoid stress and to attain mental peace. So if your relationship is making you feel otherwise, then it's time to take a call. You entered this relationship to be loved, to be cared for and to feel secure. But does your relationship make you feel so anymore? And we all know it is easier said than done, but the best solution is to walk away. Ask yourself a question: is it sane enough to invest further in a relationship causing you psychological trauma?

3. Things that define your personality

There are certain traits of yours that shape up your personality. It is the way you are and who you are, and if your partner has a problem with that, it is a clear indication that he doesn't deserve to be with you. In fact, your partner found you the way you are and shall learn to deal with your personality. If he doesn't like the way you are, it is his problem and not yours. And if it is bothering you too much, then it is time to let her go.

4. Your friends and family

You have entered a relationship not to sacrifice or give up your loved ones. They are an integral part of your personality and social setup. And if your partner asks you or questions you or makes you feel bad about meeting or spending time with your family and friends then it is the time to rethink your relationship. Common, who will question you or make you feel bad for spending a good time with the people you love. And if it is the case, this relationship is not worth your commitment.

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Certain things bring you joy and peace of mind. You happiness is your priority and you should have all the right to enjoy the things that bring you happiness and joy. If you love dancing, gardening, travelling, reading or cooking do it. you should pursue your hobbies and no one should be asking you to give up the things that bring you real joy. And if someone was asking you such a thing, then it means there is something off. You should definitely not sacrifice your joy and happiness for anyone in this world. Is such a sacrifice in a relationship needed?

6. Your values, your faith and your religion

Everyone has a value system and fundamental values that they cherish. Also, everyone has certain beliefs and religion that they abide by. There is no reason that both you and your partner cannot follow your own religion and still be in love. If your partner asks you to give up your value system, beliefs and religion, then it is not the right signal. You both should not be playing against each other but supporting each other.