We are thrilled to announce that our Executive Director, Ashley Peña, LCSW, has been featured in Poosh with her insightful article, 5 Signs You Could Be in a Delusionship. In this piece, Ashley delves into the concept of “delusionships”—relationships that exist solely in one’s mind without a foundation in reality. She highlights key indicators of such one-sided connections, including:
1. One-sided conversations where one person consistently initiates and maintains dialogue without genuine reciprocity.
2. Lack of intimacy, despite desires or fantasies about closeness that never materialize.
3. Connections confined to digital platforms, with interactions remaining superficial and never progressing to in-person meetings.
4. Prolonged online communication without efforts to deepen the relationship or meet face-to-face.
5. Mental preoccupation with the imagined relationship, impacting daily life and real-world relationships.
Ashley emphasizes the importance of recognizing these red flags to maintain healthy, authentic relationships. She advises individuals to be mindful of idealizing connections without substantial real-world interactions.
At Mission Connection, we are dedicated to providing resources and support to help individuals navigate their relationships and mental health.
