Love songs, movies, and fairytales have sold us some very bad relationship advice. Let’s bust some unhealthy romance myths.

Just because your brain thinks it, doesn’t make it true. If your self-talk leaves you discouraged or ashamed, it may an old wound, not wisdom.

If your friend is more interested in your disasters than your wins, pay attention. They may not be the friend you think they are.

If saying no makes you feel like you’ve committed a felony, it may be time to look at your people-pleasing patterns.

Secure, anxious, avoidant, or disorganized? Your attachment style may explain why dating sometimes feels like an emotional obstacle course.

Anxiety loves a debate, especially at 1 a.m., when you are tired, vulnerable, and least qualified to cross-examine your own thoughts.

Narcissists come in more than one flavor, unfortunately. Learn how to spot and deal with them from a safe emotional distance.

Are your dating standards healthy, or are they unrealistic and fear-based? Learn how to recognize the difference.

Is it love, or did you see one cute text and start planning a wedding? Learn the difference between love, attachment, and infatuation.

You want connection, but your inner guard dog keeps barking. Learn why you push people away and how to stop overprotecting yourself.