Family & Relationship
Break Free From Toxic Relationships – Marriage Won’t Save You!
Many women find themselves trapped in unhealthy relationships, clinging to the hope that marriage will magically fix everything.
But here’s the truth: abuse and violence don’t just vanish after saying “I do.” In fact, tying the knot without addressing the root issues can sometimes escalate the problems!
Toxic relationships are characterized by emotional, verbal, or physical abuse, manipulation, and a total lack of trust and respect. These environments can lead to serious long-term effects on a woman’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
It’s a dangerous misconception that marriage will somehow mask these issues or provide a safety net. Actress Etinosa Idemudia and other influential voices are shining a light on this critical issue, reminding us that no one should tolerate toxicity and violence in the hopes that it will magically resolve after getting married.
Every woman deserves to cultivate relationships founded on safety, kindness, and mutual respect.
The best path forward is to seek help, get counseling, or make the brave choice to leave a toxic relationship behind.
Awareness is your greatest ally! Recognizing the warning signs of toxicity is key, and putting your own safety and happiness ahead of social pressures or the fear of being single is empowering.
With the support of networks, therapy, and local resources, women can empower themselves to escape violent relationships and build fulfilling, healthy lives.
Remember, marriage should be a beautiful partnership rooted in love and respect—not a hiding place for unresolved issues or abuse. Fight for your safety and happiness; you deserve it!
Ajiboye Taiye
August 27, 2025 at 4:47 am
Marriage is to be enjoyed and not to be endured.
Lagbamue
August 27, 2025 at 6:10 am
Stay safe and be Happy than being killed in a toxic relationship, thanks
Adoghe F.A
August 27, 2025 at 6:43 am
Very correct, break free from toxic relationship…. In recent times the mindset of most people, both men and women have drastically changed simply because no one want to take responsibility, no one want to be talked to, no one wants to be corrected, no one wants to learn.
what is actually toxicity in marriage? Toxic is disobedience, refusal to take correction, there is a saying that life is not a bed of roses, so marriage is, in as much as you are ready to work it out. Yes, breaking free from a toxic relationship or marriage is essential if your life is in danger, but not has a root cause, instead of breaking free, treat your excess and if you are not still suiting break of from it.
Jo Esang
September 3, 2025 at 8:01 am
We are in the 21th century and most people still wanna live in the past, by tell advising people to stay in such relationships. If marriage ends here on earth, why do we want to use religion to keep two people together even if they are no longer compatible, it’s better to leave and alive than to lose your life.
My personal opinion 🤔