The last thing relationships are, are unicorns and rainbows. 

As much as they start out on cloud nine, a lot of effort and commitment takes into making a relationship play the long game. 

The norm is quarrels, fights and disagreements every once in awhile. 

However, what many don't realize is that, even fights have their green and red flags. 

Here are 6 signs your partner could be fighting dirty. 

Check them out. 

1. Bringing up a split

If he or she keeps talking about breaking up when you guys fight, it's emotional blackmail honey, or maybe even a blunt showcase of how they don't want to be apart of this relationship any longer. 

2. Pointing out flaws/past mistakes

Talking about things which bother you in order to usher in positive change, for the betterment of your relationship is a green flag. Talking about the negatives just to bring them down, so you can feel superior, is a red flag. 

3. Talking over them

When you insert dominance by talking over them, while they are mid-convo, that is a playing dirty, and not okay. You have to respect your partner enough to listen first and foremost. 

4. Giving the silent treatment

The foundation of any relationship is conversation. There is no point in being with a person if you do not talk to them about the things you feel or what you think about. 

They cannot read your mind and you shouldn't be expecting them to. 

5. Gaslighting

Making something another person's fault, when it isn't, is the #1 flag in being a toxic partner. It should not be condoned at all. 

6. Invalidating emotions and thoughts

How another feels, is not for you to dismiss or diminish. Your emotions and thoughts are your own, and it shouldn't be passed off as not valid in any sense.