In spiritual terms, a karmic relationship is one that’s quite challengingand one that helps you grow.

Here’s how to know if you’re in one.

It might be easy to communicate with your partner and you might have plenty of common interests.

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If this resonates with you, you might be in a karmic relationship.

A karmic relationship engenders a lot of really challenging growth.

Because of the nature of karmic relationships, Benson says people usually feel exhausted when theyre in one.

Two people’s legs touch under a table as they work on their laptops.

astrologer and women’s empowerment coach

7 signs that you might be in a karmic relationship

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When youre justifying something, you should pay attention to that, says Benson.

For example, the relationship could be teaching you how to speak up for yourself.

Books on grief are seen floating against a backdrop of clouds.

After all, being open to growth is one of the12 laws of karma.

And thats because, Benson adds, you probably still have some growth to do.

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Youll know the difference at a visceral level between something thats just a challenge and something thats karmic.

Youve got complex emotions about the karmic relationship

Karmic relationships can come with a lot of contradictions.

These good vibes transcend, say, the irritation you feel when your plus-onechews with their mouth open.

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3 strategies for navigating a karmic relationship

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Some questions to ask yourself during your check-in:What do you want?

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Why do you want to be in that relationship?

If youre still not feeling totally confident in approaching them, Benson suggests considering practicing in the mirror.

Ending a karmic relationship

When you know, you know.

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And this is also true of having to end a karmic relationship.

Of course, thats way easier said than done.

Whatever route you choose, youll be alright as long as you trust your intuition.

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