Ramya Subramanian Instagram – A lot of red flags start out small or seem harmless at first. When I used to tell someone that I didn’t like being made fun of in television shows or even otherwise back in my early days, they ‘d respond saying “You’re being too sensitive” or “can’t you just take a joke” .Today this answer gives me a gauge of their emotional maturity and empathy. I then make an informed decision about their role in my life. Supportive people uplift you. In both public and private. They show respect. And appreciation. They are sensitive to your body language. They care about how you feel Knowing toxic people is the first step. Shifting the paradigm on how much you let them treat you that way is the next step. I hope you find the red flags sooner ♥️.