Brainy Dose Presents:
10 BIGGEST Reasons Most Relationships FAIL
It's safe to assume that most relationships start with the best intentions, but many of
them end up falling short.
And that's because there are certain things that often get in the way.
So, if you have a tough time in relationships, or most of your relationships fizzle out,
then listen up!
In this video, we are going to share some of the biggest reasons why most relationships
fail.
Hopefully, it will help you avoid these pitfalls in your own life!
Number 1 - Non-Acceptance
Let's face it, relationships aren't easy.
They require work and compromise.
We all have our own individual needs and desires, but these are not always going to match up
perfectly with our partners.
Acceptance is important because it helps you feel secure in your relationship (without
feeling like you need to change who you are or what you believe) in order for your partner
to love you unconditionally.
Feeling unaccepted for your differences (no matter how small or seemingly insignificant)
can lead to resentment, which will eventually destroy the relationship.
Number 2 - Lack of Trust
Trust is the foundation of all relationships, but for some reason it's often overlooked
as a key ingredient.
In order to have a good relationship with someone, you have to earn their trust by showing
them that you are trustworthy.
That's how they will come to know that you are honest and won't betray them.
And this doesn't happen overnight.
Trust is built over time by showing consistent behavior in all areas of your life.
It shows the other person that they can count on you to be there for them.
This includes things like communicating openly and honestly about your feelings as well as
making decisions together, instead of keeping secrets or trying to control each other.
A relationship without trust will crumble from the inside out like an old brick wall;
one crack and everything begins to fall apart.
Number 3 - Indifference
In a relationship, it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day routine and lose sight
of the bigger picture.
You forget why you fell in love with your partner, what made them so special, or even
how much you mean to each other.
If you don't work on your relationship consistently, then you run the risk of becoming indifferent
toward one another.
This is when you don't feel the same way about your partner anymore.
It's when you see them as just another person in your life, or you feel like they're not
important enough to think about.
You might not even want to spend time with them.
This lack of connection leads to a lack of intimacy, which destroys trust and respect
between partners, inevitably leading to the destruction of the relationship itself.
Number 4 - Poor Communication
One of the most important aspects of any relationship is communication.
It doesn't matter if you've been together for years or have just started dating, it's
important that you communicate your feelings honestly.
This will build trust and understanding between the two of you and will help strengthen your
bond as well as help resolve any issues that arise along the way.
Unfortunately, when there is a lack of communication in a relationship, it makes it hard for either
partner to see things from the other's perspective.
And this can lead to misunderstandings and arguments, which will eventually end up causing
the breakdown of the relationship.
Number 5 - Money Problems
Money is often a source of tension because it represents something that's necessary for
survival.
When you and your partner manage your finances together, you need to find a way to balance
each other out and find the middle ground where both of you are comfortable with how
much money each person earns and spends.
However, if you don't know how much money the other person makes or whether or not they're
being honest about their spending habits or if there are any other money-related difficulties,
you could find yourself in trouble later on.
Number 6 - Compatibility Issues
If a relationship is to succeed, the two partners must be able to work together as a team.
In order to do this, they should have similar goals and values in life.
A couple that is compatible with each other has similar ambitions; they believe in the
same things when it comes to family life including whether or not to have children; they have
similar views on money management; and they both see themselves as having a role within
their home as well as outside of it.
If there are too many differences between you and your partner, those differences may
become sources of conflict over time, which could lead to compatibility issues and the
inability to resolve arguments.
Number 7 - Contempt
Contempt is a sign that a relationship is going downhill.
It creates an environment of disrespect and hostility, which leads to distrust and insecurity.
Contempt can occur when someone feels that their partner is beneath them or unworthy
of their love and affection.
If you feel superior to your partner because they don't measure up to your standards, then
it's likely that contempt has crept its way into your relationship.
It can look like name-calling, put downs, eye rolling, sarcastic comments, or belittling
the other person's opinions and beliefs.
It's easy for couples (who don't have much passion left for each other) to slip into
this pattern, since there won't be any more lovey-dovey feelings about each other anyway,
right?
The truth is that relationships need more than just passion; they also need respect!
Number 8 - Aggressive Behavior
Aggression in any form is never acceptable and it's a sign of a deeper problem.
It indicates that it's time to take an honest look at what's causing the escalation which
typically includes a lack of respect, self-control, and communication.
It often occurs when one party feels like they're losing control over the relationship
which then prompts them into acting out against their partner by physically striking them
or abusing them verbally.
If you find yourself or your partner resorting to aggressive behavior, this needs to be addressed
immediately because it can lead to far more serious consequences for both parties involved.
Number 9 - Significant Age Difference
Dating someone much younger or much older than you, usually doesn’t work out very
well in the long run.
And that's because a significant age gap can make it difficult to navigate your relationship.
One partner may be at a stage of life with more responsibilities and life changes; while
the other is still trying to figure out what they want to do with their life.
Different levels of maturity can also complicate things; one person might want more freedom
in their relationship, while the other may want something more serious and committed.
This can lead to conflict if you don't feel like your needs are being met, or if you can’t
keep up with your partner.
Number 10 - Fear of Being Alone
The fear of being alone can lead to unhealthy relationships.
If you're in a relationship only because you don't want to be single, it's easy for your
partner to sense this and feel like they are not good enough for you, or that their value
as a person is subject to your approval.
When we prioritize our relationship status over the quality of the actual relationship,
it becomes easier for fear-based behaviors such as jealousy, paranoia, or possessiveness
to surface.
Not only do these habits indicate that something isn't right between two people, but they also
make it very hard to communicate effectively with each other when conflicts arise.
In turn, this leads to resentment within the relationship which can cause more problems
down the road.
So there you have it.
These are some of the biggest reasons why relationships fail.
When you're on the receiving end of one of these factors, it can be very devastating.
But the good news is that by addressing the root cause and working on improving yourself
and your relationship, you 'may' be able to get things back on track again.
The most important thing to remember if you want a relationship to last, is that both
parties must be willing to put in an equal amount of effort.
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