Is Your Relationship a Rebound?

Any relationship can be tricky, especially in the early stages.  With so many hidden agendas and mixed signals, it’s hard to know the real thing from a rebound relationship these days.  If you’re worried that you might be more of a fling than you’d like to be, there are certain cues that indicate your relationship is merely a rebound for the object of your affection.

Before your emotions get the best of you, you’ll want get a few facts straight.  If your partner had a relationship end recently, there is a chance that dating you is their way of getting over their ex.  If you’re not sure when their last relationship ended, the best thing to do is ask.  That’s the only sure fire way to find out where their heart is.  As soon as you mention their ex, the reaction you get will be a clear sign of whether or not they are ready to move on.

The way your partner treats you will also help you decide how important the relationship is to them.  If they don’t make you a priority, you probably aren’t.  Finding out where you stand now can save you major heartache in the future. 

It’s also worth noting if your partner mentions their ex frequently. If you are out at the bar or at a romantic restaurant and they spend more time talking about their ex than they do talking to you, that’s a big red flag.

The simple fact is, if they mention their ex often, they are probably not over their last relationship.  It’s also important to remember that just because your partner recently ended a different relationship, that doesn’t necessarily mean you are a rebound.  Honesty is always the best policy in any relationship.