The signs of a struggling relationship, or a relationship going sour, often arise before the break-up itself. If you are in a relationship and see one of these signs, then be very careful about the future of the relationship. It is best to know what the signs of struggling relationships are before it is too late.
1. When Communication between Two People Seems Stilted and Forced.
Do you ever have conversations with your spouse, partner, or other close friends and family members that feel like you’re having an argument instead of a conversation? Have you noticed that you and your partner have a hard time communicating with one another?
When you try to talk to each other, does it seem like your partner is just barely listening to you, or do you feel like your partner just doesn’t care about what you’re saying? If you’ve been having fights with your spouse, partner, or your friends and family members more than you would like, then you might be in a relationship that is struggling.
If you’re seeing signs of an abusive relationship, you should talk to someone who can help you figure out what to do. If you don’t know who to talk to, let your parents know what’s going on, or talk to a professional.
2. When One Person Continues to Put His or Her Emotional Needs on Hold.
While it is normal for romantic relationships to undergo ups and downs, it is not normal for one partner to consistently put his or her emotional needs on hold. A relationship where one partner consistently puts his or her physical or emotional needs on hold is not a healthy one. If you are in this type of relationship, you need to do some serious self-evaluation and figure out what you can do to make things better.
Also, when one partner continually puts his or her own emotional needs on the back burner in order to keep the peace, it is a sign of an unhealthy relationship. This person may find himself or herself doing too much for the partner, giving up hobbies and social activities that once were important, or neglecting personal health issues. The partner with the greater need for attention and affection may become demanding, angry, and/or emotionally abusive in order to get that attention. It’s important to remember that in any relationship, both partners are responsible for their own feelings and needs.
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3. When Trust Is Broken Between Them.
When trust is broken between two people, they can manage to live together for a short time, but the relationship is not healthy. The trust is gone, and the relationship suffers. Here are some signs that trust is broken between them:
1. He or she does not tell you the truth. You can tell that your partner is not telling you the truth when you ask, “What happened?” and you get vague answers. You can also tell when they can’t look you in the eye.
2. The person is often late. When someone is late, it means they do not care enough about you to be on time.
3. You have a lot of secrets. When you have a lot of secrets in a relationship, it means that you don’t trust each other.
4. When Negativity Starts to Take Over Their Interactions.
A relationship that is full of love and affection can become a complete disaster when there is constant negativity and fighting involved. This can cause a lot of pain and heartache for both people. If you’re in a relationship that seems to be falling apart, there are signs to look for to help you make your decision.
Remember, every relationship has its ups and downs. But when the downs start to take over and they start to outweigh the ups, that’s when you need to start paying attention. The definition of an unhealthy relationship is a relationship where one partner is abusive to the other. This is usually characterized by frequent arguments and a lot of fighting. But even if the abuse is not physical, it can still be just as bad. And it can be very hard to recognize.
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5. A total decline in intimacy.
It’s a simple fact that a relationship can not survive without sex. However, this doesn’t mean that you should have it all the time. People change and sex is just a part of the relationship. If a person starts to decline sexual advances and pushes away from you, it is a clear sign that something is wrong. You should be worried and start thinking of ways to fix it.
Again, in relationships, there is a stage where we are all in love and everything is great. But there is a point where it suddenly declines to the point it’s not the same anymore. You feel like you’re still in the relationship, but it’s not the same. You can see the signs of struggling relationships and dysfunctional relationships in the way your partner behaves.
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6. You stop pursuing each other.
If you stop trying to impress your partner and he/she stops trying to impress you, then you are headed for trouble. In a healthy relationship, you both want to impress the other. You try to be the best you that you can be. You look your best, you try to please your partner, and you put effort into your relationship. When you stop trying to impress your partner, you start to show signs of a struggling relationship.
You stop getting dressed up, you stop caring about your appearance, and you stop trying to make your partner happy. You start to avoid social situations. You stop trying to please him/her, and they start to avoid pleasing you. When you stop trying to impress each other, you stop having fun. You stop enjoying each other’s company. You start to drift apart, which is the beginning of the end. However, that doesn’t need to be the case, you can change that.
Songs of Solomon 1:4 Draw me after you, and I will chase after you.
