Situationships are undefined romantic or sexual relationships that lack clear commitment or future plans, often leading to ambiguous expectations between partners. For some gay men, growing up in a heteronormative society can lead to attachment issues or a fear of commitment, making them more likely to find themselves in situationships where emotional vulnerability is limited.
In this episode, we’re examining the telltale signs and red flags of situationships, discussing how these ambiguous relationships can affect mental health, and offering guidance on how to navigate a situationship if you find yourself in one.
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Listen to Episode 70. Good Grief: How to Cope with Loss
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Listen to Episode 71. Queer Grief
https://www.ajadedgay.com/71-queer-grief/
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Additional Resources:
Situationship Definition
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/us/dictionary/english/situationship
Situationship vs Friends With Benefits
https://drawingdownthemoon.co.uk/situationship-vs-friends-with-benefits/
Situationships: What They Are and 5 Signs You’re in One
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/what-is-a-situationship
10 Signs You're in a Situationship, Whether You Know It or Not
https://www.instyle.com/what-is-a-situationship-5378299
What to Do if Your Situationship is Screwing With Your Mental Health
https://www.wondermind.com/article/situationship/
Why Situationships Can Be Toxic and How to Break Free
https://www.radiantselftherapy.com/writing/why-situationships-can-be-toxic-and-how-to-break-free
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