The difference between relationship red flags, amber flags and just annoying habits – and how to tell them apart

Relationship red flags: how to spot them, and understand when they’re amber flags

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The difference between relationship red flags, amber flags and just annoying habits – and how to tell them apart

By Amy Beecham

6 months ago

6 min read

Identifying red and amber flags in relationships and the ick from toxic behaviours can be tricky. Stylist asks three intimacy experts to weigh in, and share their advice for how to navigate them healthily. 


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