How to Stop Being Disrespected, Ignored, or Violated in Dating

The gist

1. Hussey says a scarcity mindset about love makes people overlook red flags and reward bad behavior, creating repeated cycles.
2. Someone showing up after ghosting you is a red flag, not a romantic gesture, so treat it as wrong behavior.
3. Setting standards signals self-respect and can increase how much effort someone puts in, shifting the dynamic in your favor.
4. Hussey says standards can be communicated with warmth and humor rather than confrontation, finding a balance of firmness and approachability.