Some bad things gradually become a habit and it's easier not to notice negative changes when they happen slowly. What previously seemed unacceptable can, over time, become part of everyday life. This is called "creeping normality". For example, in a relationship offensive jokes appear first, then constant reproaches, and later insults. Gradually, a person gets used to tolerating something that he did not agree with before. Addiction is just one of the reasons why people stay in destructive relationships. Fear, dependency and lack of support can also interfere with treatment. Sometimes it helps to remember: "If things had been this way from the beginning, would I have accepted it? " Acquainted does not always mean accepted. Leave if you are interested and.