Recognizing toxic relationships: Warning signs to watch out for in men

He's impulsive and cruel

Initially, you might not notice it, but if a man shouts at you or even threatens you, there won't be any happiness with him. Later on, he might fully reveal himself, and you definitely shouldn't wait around for that to happen. The first 'warning signs' of cruelty include arrogance towards others and actions through which he wants to show he's better than everyone else.

'"These are the guys romanticized in the movies. Perfect example...Hugh Jackman's Wolverine. Although outwardly he's an out-of-control jerk, we're supposed to believe he's just a quiet and deeply troubled man, who just needs the love of a good woman to fix his life," the article states.

Run away from them without looking back.

How to recognize a toxic man (photo: freepik.com)

He's a player

There are men for whom dating is a sport or a game. They take pride in conquering the hearts of many women. And such a man will always want more than one woman. Recognizing such a player is quite simple - he's undoubtedly handsome, he'll be very tender and sensitive, but after the first date, he disappears.

"Once again, women are often lured into thinking these men just need to meet the right woman, who will settle them down. Although this might be true for some, do you want to take the chance of just being another pawn in his game?" the article says.

Signs of a toxic man (photo: freepik.com)

He has many secrets

If you don't know anything about the man, and he ignores all questions and always finds a bunch of excuses not to tell the truth - he definitely has something to hide. Maybe he leads a double life. And you'll never meet his parents or friends.

"These men are habitual liars and have no remorse for their victims. Stay away!!" the material added.

We previously mentioned 6 signs that your partner doesn't value or love you.

It's also recently become known how to distinguish healthy relationships from dependent ones.