In the journey to find a "happily ever after," a large majority of people settle for someone because they want that safety in their life, despite the evident flaws the relationship may have. I can't blame them, either. Being alone can be scary, especially when you're used to that familiarity. It may not be what you want to hear and it may be hard to accept at first, but you unknowingly could be getting less than what you deserve out of your relationship. It may not seem like it, but these seven signs are keys to figuring out if you deserve someone better.

1. You are frequently unhappy.

In the beginning it was nothing but bliss, but now you find yourself frequently unhappy with no explanation. You are playing it off like it's nothing because you want so badly to believe you are happy in your relationship. In reality your unhappiness is most likely you knowing deep down that you are settling for someone who doesn't deserve you. You can't stay in a relationship that makes you unhappy. You should always be happy to see your partner. If your heart doesn't flutter whenever you're with them then you deserve to find someone that elicits those feelings.

2. You can't trust the person you're with.

You need to believe that your partner would never cheat on you or betray your trust. If you can't trust your partner then the relationship is never going to work and shouldn't work. You need to find someone that can assure you that they will never intentionally hurt you. Trust is an important fundamental in a relationship, so you need a partner that can be so open and honest with you that you never have to question whether or not you trust them.

3. They rather spend time with others than with you.

You constantly try to make plans to see them, but if it came down to it they'd chose almost anyone over you. If you are making the time to see them but they can't do the same for you then you need someone new. Someone who wants to be in a relationship with you would make sure to schedule time for you no matter how busy they are. Spending time together is how relationships grow and if it's not happening then the relationship will be at a stand still.

4. Your partner is secretive.

No relationship should be built on secrets and lies. If your partner always seems to be hiding something from you, chances are they are. It could be anything from talking to exes or getting a new girls number, but whatever the secrets may be you can't stay with someone who keeps things from you. People should be open and honest with each other especially when they are in a relationship, even if they've made a mistake or messed up. If your relationship is filled with your partner keeping things from you then you need to get out of it as soon as possible.

5. There isn't equal effort put into the relationship.

Both partners should be wanting to surprise one another and shower each other with affection and love. You shouldn't be the only one in your relationship who's putting in the effort. Even if it seems like they're kind of putting in effort, kind of isn't good enough. You both need to want to put the time and effort in for the relationship to work. A relationship without effort isn't a true and solid relationship. If you're the only one surprising your partner with gifts, trips, or just at their house then something's got to give.

6. Your arguments are constantly over the same thing.

All relationships have rough patches. I can't think of a single couple, healthy or not, that hasn't had some sort of fight. But when you're fighting over the same thing over and over again, something is wrong. The amount of stress fights have on individuals is more than we even realize. When your fighting is constantly over the same thing, then things need to change. No matter how many chances you've given them to change they clearly aren't going to if the problem hasn't been resolved. Too much constant fighting is not normal, and you should not be trying to convince yourself it is.

7. After time you feel like you can't be yourself.

If you have to change your personality or change your look to make them happy then they aren't the right person for you. If your partner ever tells you that they don't like the way you do things or the way you act then they don't truly love you. Your partner should like you for who you are, flaws and all. If they aren't appreciating the real you then something is wrong. You can't spend your life and with a person pretending to be someone you're not.

Everyone deserves the best out of life, so if your relationship has these signs then you most likely aren't going to live the best life possible. You need a fresh start and with someone who deserves you. It may be hard to realize at first and the adjustment may be strange but overtime you'll see that it'll be worth it.