Healthy and stable relationships comprise the most meaningful aspect of life, giving a source of deep fulfilment. Hence unhealthy relationships lead to additional amount of stress in our life. Get an insight about why people experience difficulty in their relationships. Here are the top four reasons due to which relationships fall apart. 

1. (Mis)Communication: The worst form of communication is no communication at all. But some couples tend to use passive or aggressive ways to communicate with each other. Not knowing what the other person has to say leads to plenty of assumptions and misunderstandings. The problems in communication are further exacerbated by emotions like anger and irritation. Words spoken in anger and frustration can cause more irreparable damage. Keeping a check on negative emotions and healthy communication skills sustain a relationship in the long run.

2. Infidelity: With quality time reducing between two people, the distance grows. What would have brought the people closer together would no longer seem valid. Perhaps they no longer feel close or get their needs fulfilled in the given relationship. As the distance grows, one might find themselves seeking comfort and emotional support elsewhere. Emotional infidelity is on the rise, and it takes a toll on any relationship. Spending quality time would keep the people closer in the relationship, which will prevent the relationship from falling apart. 

3. Excessive Involvement of in laws or family: Our well-wishers have our best interests in their mind. But they can be equally biased! During certain conflicts, families could become excessively involved and worsen the state of the conflict. Communication is done through families or other people, which comprises the quality of the relationship. A lot of misunderstandings crop up that increase bias and confusion between people. Things could also become worse if families are seen as a source of conflict. Family involvement would be beneficial if they facilitate communication instead of controlling the same. 

4. Abuse: It is certainly unfortunate but emotional and physical abuse has been on the rise. Not only it damages the relationship, but it also damages the individual and their self-esteem. Intimidation, threats, excessive control, and criticism are some forms of abuse that can make one feel unvalued and unloved in the relationship. Abuse creates mistrust and negativity in a relationship. If abusive behaviour is not stopped or corrected, the relationship is bound to fall apart. 

As we safeguard our relationships against these four failings, we need to remember that it requires a lot of time and effort to sustain the relationship. Trust has to be strengthened and expectations need to be re-evaluated as time goes by. We need to invest in the relationship, so it does not fall prey to the things mentioned above. 

If you have been experiencing difficulties in your relationship or are looking at ways to strengthen your relationships, then reach out to us for further help and support. Our counsellors would look forward to assisting you. Call in at 18002588999? 18002588121 to set up an appointment. 

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