- A ‘delusionship’ is a term used to describe the infatuation that you have for someone you don’t have an established relationship with
- This often involves unrealistic beliefs about the relationship’s nature, potential, or future
- In this article are five important signs that you might be in a relationship characterized by delusion
If you’re unsure about what you and your partner expect from each other and your relationship, it’s a sign that you might be in a delusionship.
This often involves fantasizing about someone a lot even though you aren’t together. Sometimes, it could be someone you just started texting.
In other cases, you could find yourself imagining a life with someone even though you’ve not been on a single date yet. Or closed yourself off to potential dates because you want to focus on just one new person.
If you’re guilty of the aforementioned scenarios, then you might just be in a delusionship – or simply delulu.
Still in doubt? Check out these five signs below and see if they best describe your situation:
1. Lack of Communication about the relationship
There is often a lack of open communication about the status of the relationship, leading to confusion about where you stand with the other person.
In a relationship characterized by delusion, if you find that you’re avoiding discussing important aspects of the relationship and its future, it could be a sign that you’re holding onto unrealistic beliefs. Or perhaps, that it is probably too soon.
2. Undefined Boundaries
Delusionships often lack clear boundaries and expectations.
If you’re allowing behavior that goes against your values or makes you uncomfortable due to the belief that it will lead to a better outcome, you might be in a delusional situation.
3. Inconsistent or mixed signals
If the other person’s actions and words don’t align, and you’re receiving mixed signals about their feelings or intentions, it’s a strong indicator of a relationship characterised by delusion.
Similarly, if you’re interpreting small gestures as signs of deeper commitment despite contradictory evidence, you might be in a situation characterized by delusion.
4. Absence of Future Planning
There’s often a lack of discussion about the future of the relationship in undefined relationships.
Likewise, if you’re planning a future together based on assumptions rather than actual discussions, it could be a delusional situation.
5. Emotional Rollercoaster
If you find yourself on an emotional rollercoaster, feeling happy one moment and confused the next, it’s a sign that you might be in an unhealthy situation.
If you’re constantly trying to interpret and rationalize your partner’s behavior to fit your desired narrative, it’s a red flag for a delusional situation.
Remember that these signs are not definitive proof of being in a delusional relationship, but they can serve as indicators that you should reflect on the dynamics and communication within your relationship.
Is Your Partner Protective or Controlling? Recognize the Difference
In romantic relationships, emotions have a way of casting a veil over clear judgment, causing even the most glaring red flags to go unnoticed.
This explains why when a person becomes entangled in love, the boundaries that would otherwise safeguard their emotional well-being can easily become blurred – especially when dealing with a controlling partner.
Signs of unhealthy control can evade their attention, and sometimes, the realization of these warning signs becomes glaring only after significant damage has been done.
