It’s crucial to understand that even in difficult times, there are new ways to make the relationship work. This might mean recognizing trust issues, a lack of communication skills, or even the presence of unresolved issues that have led to a broken relationship. A healthy relationship has trust, responsibility, aspirations, forgiveness, and autonomy.
It can be difficult to know if your relationship is truly falling apart or going through a rough patch. Here are some signs to look out for:
These are also what make up a conscious relationship. You may be at the beginning of a Spiritual Awakening or starting to explore your inner-child wounds and healing. Still, most of the time you try talking to your partner about your experience, your partner dismisses or diminishes your experience. In a healthy, conscious relationship, individuals feel complete, happy, and self-dependent while sharing their lives. A promising sign of this is when you think you want and desire your partner but do not necessarily need your partner to be happy. Research shows that the thought of a relationship ending (or if it does indeed ends) is the same feeling as losing a loved one.
If not, it is one of the signs your relationship is failing. Fighting in a relationship can be a sign of a healthy relationship. The problem comes when the fight turns into hatred, extended breaks, and hurtful words.
Communication Breakdown
One of the key indicators that your relationship may be in trouble is a breakdown in communication. If you and your partner are not talking as openly and honestly as you used to, it could be a sign that things are not going well.
Lack of Intimacy
This is one of the signs that need to be balanced or seen in the light of other indicators, but it is one that should be watched. When your wife no longer seems interested in working on making the relationship better, it could be a sign she has given up or wants to move on. Most women want their husbands to work on the marriage. Without trying to stereotype wives, they seem to the be ones who regularly desire to make the marriage better. I think this is pretty normal (whether it is right or not is not the issue – it is generally true in marriages).
Intimacy is an important part of any relationship, and if you find that you and your partner are no longer intimate with each other, it could be a sign that your relationship is on the rocks.
And one indicator of this is secrets, or the ever-present suspicion of them. “They have become more secretive about where they are, who they are with, [and] who they are talking to,” Martinez says. Of course this can go both ways, so take note of your own desire to be sketchy and secretive.
Constant Fighting
While arguments are a normal part of any relationship, constant fighting and unresolved conflicts can be a sign that your relationship is in trouble. If you and your partner are always at odds with each other, it may be time to reassess the situation.
Emotional Distance
If you feel emotionally distant from your partner or notice that they are pulling away, it could be a sign that your relationship is falling apart. It’s important to address these feelings and talk to your partner about how you both are feeling.
FAQs
- How can I tell if my relationship is failing?
- If you notice a lack of communication, intimacy, constant fighting, or emotional distance, it may be a sign that your relationship is falling apart.
- What should I do if I think my relationship is falling apart?
- It’s important to communicate openly with your partner and address any issues that may be causing the relationship to deteriorate. Consider seeking couples therapy to work through any challenges together.
