Assuming the role of a relationship martyr is a thankless job that prevents people from creating happy relationships and marriages, according to Dr. Pamela D. Garcy. The reward from being a martyr for the relationship is acknowledgement of being such, should someone happen to notice. Before that happens, it is important for you to notice and put an end to it, unless the acknowledgement of being a martyr is worth ruining a relationship and giving away control of your own happiness. One way to tell if you are the martyr in a relationship is to recognize if you’re becoming angry or resentful because you find your relationship disappointing.
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