At first glance if you are perceptive enough, they may appear slightly out of sync, not quite in tune with the normal dynamics of a partnership.

They resort to having you decide everything – "What should we have for dinner?" or "How does this work?"

While this might appear charming initially, it can rapidly, or sometimes gradually, transform into a heavy burden. They become emotional energy leeches, consistently relying on you for guidance and resolution.

They avoid making choices or participating in the collaborative efforts necessary for a healthy relationship. Instead, they leave it all to you.

Secretly, they're insecure about their own capabilities. Although they may generally exhibit kindness, they can grow irritable if you point out their dependence on you or the imbalance of efforts in the relationship.

They'll deflect accountability, attempting to gaslight you. "No, that's not true. I contribute by doing this and that," they'll retort, listing off menial, routine tasks they've robotically undertaken.

Other times they may resort to mentioning observation of instances where you allowed them to take the wheel or handle traditional masculine tasks (such as driving or tasks that requires no thought or critical thinking), using these examples to subtly impose guilt and gradually withdraw from their once-present masculine contributions.

Any form of substantial intellectual engagement is primarily your responsibility.

In unfamiliar environments, they become disoriented, offering no assistance when you need it the most.

Ironically, they harbor a sense of disdain towards you because they recognize their own shortcomings when compared to your capabilities. So, even as they depend on you, they also foster resentment.

It's crucial to sever ties with these men sooner rather than later. Their financial contribution or status doesn’t equate to the cost you undoubtedly pay.

They are, quite literally, emotional vampires and submissive partners in the relationship. Oftentimes wanting you to play the role of mommy dearest, yet simultaneously harboring resentment towards you due to their own inadequacy in fulfilling their masculine role.

They consistently portray themselves as the "nice guy" in public, never admitting wrongdoing. While a part of them clings to this self-deception, the reality couldn't be further from the truth.

Their presence can be overwhelmingly exhausting.

They vibrate at a lower frequency, unable to match your vitality or energy, despite their numerous degrees, seniority, or physical fitness.

Occasionally, you'll catch them gazing at you, undoubtedly wondering how you possess what they lack, despite their perceived accomplishments.

Yet, they'll persist in utilizing you for the emotional labor you tirelessly offer, all the while nurturing an underlying sense of contempt.

If you cannot leave them immediately, start stacking your ducks in a row and preparing yourself for your eventual exit.

Valuable Tip: Request tasks in the presence of others to prevent gaslighting attempts, ensuring you have a record of your requests.