Part 1
I Did This For You, So Now You Should...
A person keeps a mental ledger of everything they do for their partner, expecting reciprocation that was never discussed or agreed upon.
Covert Contracts in Relationships
A three-part series on the hidden deals you make in your head and the resentment that follows when others do not hold up their end of an agreement they never knew existed. From favor-keeping and the Nice Guy contract to the silent sacrifice, this series exposes the unspoken expectations that quietly poison relationships -- and offers a healthier alternative rooted in honest communication.
Cartoons in This Series
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- Part 2
The Nice Guy Contract
A person is excessively 'nice' with the hidden expectation that their niceness will be rewarded with love, attraction, or special treatment.
- Part 3
The Silent Sacrifice
A person silently sacrifices their own needs and then resents the other person for not appreciating what they never asked for.