It can be easy for couples to grow apart over time, particularly when each person has responsibilities and commitments that pull them in other directions.
Some evidence suggests that ‘growing apart’ is one of the most common reasons why relationships ultimately fail. According to one study, 39% of men and 36% of women cited ‘growing apart’ as the reason why their relationship ended.
Signs that you might be growing apart as a couple are:
Lack of attention: You don’t pay attention or listen to each other.
Lack of intimacy: This can include a lack of both physical and emotional intimacy. You feel like you don’t know your partner anymore or that they don’t know you.
Lack of connection: It seems like you’re never on the same page. This can make it difficult to make decisions as a couple and often contribute to conflict.
Lack of trust: You feel like you can’t share your true feelings.
Lack of empathy: You have a hard time understanding each other’s needs and emotions.
Story by: Ghana/MaxTV/MaxFM/max.com.gh/Belinda Quansah
