A relationship is a connection, association or interaction you have with someone. It’s either platonic or romantic.
Challenges and issues in a relationship are normal but can be unhealthy sometimes. Facing these challenges and issues and working on them together can strengthen your bond and help build a happier and healthier relationship.
A survey by the American Community Survey in 2019 found that approximately 40% of marriages end in divorce.
A study published in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships in 2015 found that around 50% of couples who broke up reported feeling surprised by the breakup, indicating they may not have seen the signs of trouble.
Most individuals do not know the signs of a failing relationship which often results in their relationships failing.
Here are 5 signs you need to work on your relationship.
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1. Communication Breakdown in a Relationship
When communication is non-existent in a relationship it becomes a struggle to talk to each other, every conversation ends as an argument. Finding it difficult to share your thoughts and feelings is a clear sign you need to work on communicating better and being a good listener and partner.
2. Trust Issues
Lack of trust in a relationship is a clear sign you need to work on your relationship. Building trust in your relationship is vital. Rebuilding trust may not be an easy process especially when past betrayals are involved, especially if they haven’t been properly resolved but is totally worth it if you are set on working on your relationship.
3. Lack of Intimacy
Physical affection, emotional connections and attraction are vital in a couple’s relationship. When these start diminishing, it is a sign of emotional disconnection in a relationship and you need to work on rekindling emotional intimacy and connection in a relationship quickly. Left alone for too long, the intimacy in that relationship may be unable to be salvaged and this will lead to an eventual demise of that relationship.
4. Lack of Quality Time
Spending quality time together as a couple is very important. Lack of quality time is a signal of a failing relationship and also a sign to work on spending more quality time with each other. This would help in bonding and connecting with each other leading to a healthier relationship.
5. Feeling Stuck
Feeling stuck or stagnant in a relationship or not growing together is a sign you need to work on setting new goals and working on them while supporting and celebrating each other’s growth and achievements big or small.
This feeling will usually be experienced by people who have been in a relationship for a long period and there is no shame in that. You just have to find new things to excite you, develop new hobbies, and try new things together. This will help you get out of that rut you are feeling and it will re-ignite the passion in you.
Conclusion
The famous Chinese proverb says “A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” The same can be said in relationships too. Working to keep a healthy relationship can seem like a daunting task but knowing the signs you need to work on in the relationship can help you a healthy and lasting relationship.
No relationship is ever easy, it requires constant, deliberate work from both parties. Both individuals need to want it to work. Communication is the most effective tool in any relationship and it must be utilised to its fullest extent to get the best results.
Once you have conquered the mountain of communication, other things will come much more easily and you will be on your way to enjoying a fuller, much more intimate and rewarding relationship.
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