Topic: Survival Mode

Love should not be "hard work" characterized by constant tension, jealousy, or bitterness. Staying in a high-stress relationship for years puts the body into a survival mode fueled by cortisol, which is detrimental to physical and mental health. Citing Tolly Burkan’s philosophy of "let it be easy," the discussion suggests that if a relationship requires constant struggle without improvement, it may be time to move on.