[header] How to avoid things that drain you [title] Determine if you are in a draining relationship. [step] When you're in a relationship it should be beneficial for both involved. However, some toxic relationships leave one of the parties feeling depleted and even exposed. 
If this sounds familiar, you could be in a draining relationship. [substeps] Energy-draining people in relationships often start out as fun, flashy, exciting, and charismatic.