They have unrealistic expectations.

Are you expected to check in at all times? Do you have issues if you don’t answer their call on the first ring or hang out with them every single night?

I know it might feel good to know that your partner can’t have enough of you, but at the same time, this is a clear sign of possessiveness.

Time apart is highly important for any healthy relationship, and it’s not something you’d want to ignore.

They stand in the way of your goals.

This is one of the best signs of a possessive partner: when they try to inject doubt into your plans that don’t involve them.

It could involve anything that could open some doors for you, such as going back to school, traveling abroad for work, or even starting a new hobby. A partner who stands in the way of your personal goals is deeply possessive.

Healthy partners wish you the best and will help you become your fullest self, not a limited version of who you “could” be.