How may of the following are true for your current romantic relationship:
- You lead “separate lives” despite sharing a household
- You mostly speak about finances, household chores and other necessary tasks
- You have sex less than once weekly
- Your partner feels more like a business partner than a romantic partner
- You often find yourself attracted to, or flirting with, members of the opposite sex
- Your relationship is less about passion and enthusiasm, more about routine and responsibility
- Rather than focusing on specific behaviors–such as wanting your partner to put their clothes away–you generalize, calling your partner “lazy, irresponsible, selfish,” etc.
- You find yourself fantasizing about leaving your relationship
- Your friends and family don’t understand why you are with your partner
- You have tried buying a new house, moving or having children to “fix” your relationship
- You rarely talk directly about your relationship, unless you are fighting
- You rarely hug, hold hands or touch in a non-sexual way
- Your parents do not/did not have a great relationship
- You find it difficult to discuss sex with your partner
- You feel there is a “power” imbalance in the relationship.
- You fear expressing your real feelings to your partner
- You often find yourself dreading your partner returning home, or dread coming home yourself
- The same fights come up again and again
- Date nights happen infrequently
- Your partner “changed” a few years into the relationship
- You share few interests with your partner
- You find yourself frequently comparing your partner–unfavorably–to a friend or co-worker
- Despite your long-term relationship, you maintain close relationships with members of the opposite sex
- You feel that some degree of dishonesty is a necessary “peacekeeper” in most relationships important
- Since having kids, your sex life “isn’t what it used to be”
- Your often go to someone other than your partner for emotional support
If you answered Yes to five or more of these, there may be significant or underlying issues in your relationship. Learn about couples counseling, sexual dysfunction or take a look at our video below.