EPISODE · Mar 10, 2026 · 52 MIN
Is My Relationship Healthy? Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships
from Unsilenced: Real Conversations About Abuse · host JBWS / MC Robinson
How can you tell if your relationship is actually healthy? Can unhealthy things happen in healthy relationships? In this episode of Unsilenced, JBWS staff member Maddie Hahn explores: The 8 key elements of a healthy relationship The difference between healthy, unhealthy, and abusive relationshipsGreen flags people should look for in relationshipsThe difference between boundaries and ultimatumsWhether unhealthy behaviors can exist in otherwise healthy relationshipsAnd so much more!Whether you're questioning your relationship or simply want to understand what healthy love should look like, this episode provides practical insights and helpful tools to learn more about healthy relationships. Video Content: (0:00) What Is a Healthy Relationship?(1:16) Green Flags in Healthy Relationships(2:15) Negotiation and Fairness in Relationships(4:28) Boundaries vs Ultimatums(10:50) Healthy vs Unhealthy Relationship Conflict(15:07) Trying to Change Your Partner(17:10) Keeping Your Identity in a Relationship(20:45) Trust and Support in Relationships(21:40) Privacy, Phones, and Location Sharing(22:15) Trust Issues and Past Relationship Trauma(26:50) Apologizing and Taking Responsibility(29:20) Can Relationships Recover From Dishonesty?(33:55) Shared Responsibility in Relationships(36:55) Financial Equality and Economic Partnership(41:10) Can Healthy Relationships Have Unhealthy Moments?(42:40) Unhealthy vs Abusive Relationships(48:40) About JBWS and Resources for SupportAbout JBWS and Resources:JBWS’ services: jbws.org/services General resources: jbws.org/resources If you notice controlling or unhealthy behaviors in yourself, JBWS can help. Call 97.539.7801 or visit jbws.org/jcnvIf you don’t live or work predominately inMorris County or Passaic County in New Jersey, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800.799.SAFE (7233) or visit thehotline.orgIntro and outro music donated by Billy Morris
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How can you tell if your relationship is actually healthy? Can unhealthy things happen in healthy relationships? In this episode of Unsilenced, JBWS staff member Maddie Hahn explores: The 8 key elements of a healthy relationship The difference between healthy, unhealthy, and abusive relationshipsGreen flags people should look for in relationshipsThe difference between boundaries and ultimatumsWhether unhealthy behaviors can exist in otherwise healthy relationshipsAnd so much more!Whether you're questioning your relationship or simply want to understand what healthy love should look like, this episode provides practical insights and helpful tools to learn more about healthy relationships. Video Content: (0:00) What Is a Healthy Relationship?(1:16) Green Flags in Healthy Relationships(2:15) Negotiation and Fairness in Relationships(4:28) Boundaries vs Ultimatums(10:50) Healthy vs Unhealthy Relationship Conflict(15:07) Trying to Change Your Partner(17:10) Keeping Your Identity in a Relationship(20:45) Trust and Support in Relationships(21:40) Privacy, Phones, and Location Sharing(22:15) Trust Issues and Past Relationship Trauma(26:50) Apologizing and Taking Responsibility(29:20) Can Relationships Recover From Dishonesty?(33:55) Shared Responsibility in Relationships(36:55) Financial Equality and Economic Partnership(41:10) Can Healthy Relationships Have Unhealthy Moments?(42:40) Unhealthy vs Abusive Relationships(48:40) About JBWS and Resources for SupportAbout JBWS and Resources:JBWS’ services: jbws.org/services General resources: jbws.org/resources If you notice controlling or unhealthy behaviors in yourself, JBWS can help. Call 97.539.7801 or visit jbws.org/jcnvIf you don’t live or work predominately inMorris County or Passaic County in New Jersey, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800.799.SAFE (7233) or visit thehotline.orgIntro and outro music donated by Billy Morris
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