When your relationship starts to fall apart little by little, you might not even realize what’s happening at first. Some warning signs develop slowly over time until you suddenly notice something doesn’t feel right. Here are 11 warning signs that can help you recognize if your relationship is in trouble.
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You Feel Like a Background Character in Their Life
You exist in their life but they don’t consider you a part of their inner circle. They make choices without involving you & narrate stories where your role is minimal. For them, your presence is less important than other priorities.
You’re More Polite Than Close
Your daily chats look more like casual coworker conversations rather than deep & emotional dialogues between life partners. When “Did you eat?” & “How was your day?” become your primary conversation instead of genuine discussions, your emotional bond might start to weaken.
You No Longer Fight—At All
I’m not saying fighting is a positive thing, but it’s completely natural to have arguments & little fights in a relationship—some of them are actually born out of love & care. Once you start avoiding arguments or conflicts at all costs, it might mean you no longer care enough to resolve problems. The worst part is when arguments completely disappear & both partners choose to avoid conflict rather than address their issues together—resentment builds up underneath.
They’ve Stopped Noticing the Little Things About You
Your partner used to notice your new haircut & your favorite songs. He knew how you take your coffee. Now, those details go unnoticed. When your partner pays no attention to your personal traits, you two start to become detached emotionally.
You Have to Convince Yourself You’re Happy
When you keep repeating yourself, saying “It’s fine” or “Every relationship has ups & downs,” but feel disconnected inside, your instincts may be trying to open your eyes to what’s happening in your life. You may try to ignore your gut feelings, but they will not disappear.
They Brush Off Your Feelings Instead of Reassuring You
Whenever you share something that bothers you, they might tell you that you’re overreacting. When this happens, you will feel like your partner is not making an effort to understand your situation. And your emotional needs remain unfulfilled when you consistently feel invalidated every time you express your concerns.
You Find Yourself Sharing More With Others Than With Them
You tell your best friend, coworker & random people online more about what’s going on with you and how you’re feeling than you do to your partner. When you become emotionally closer to people outside your relationship, it hints at the growing emotional separation between you & your partner.
You No Longer Feel Comfortable Being Vulnerable
You pause to think about revealing a personal detail to your partner because you’re concerned about their response. This inability to safely open up reflects damage to trust & emotional security (which are the foundation of any relationship).
You Start Comparing Your Relationship to Others (A Lot)
While it’s common to observe other relationships, constant thoughts like “Why don’t we laugh like that?” or “Why doesn’t my partner do that for me?” show that something might be missing in your relationship. Could it be that you’re lacking love & care?
Time Apart Excites You!
Your heart desires solitude & you enjoy solo trips, weekends with friends, or quiet nights alone because you find being away from your partner more enjoyable than spending time with them. When this happens, take extra time to decide whether you’re moving forward with this relationship, because you’ve definitely reached a point of emotional burnout.
You Start Making Backup Plans in Your Head
You find yourself imagining life after a breakup. In your head, you often envision where you will move, what activities you’ll pursue, & how you’re going to deal with the emotional burden after the breakup. This means you are unconsciously preparing for a post-breakup life & your heart has already started to drift away from your partner.
Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.
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