Although there is no blueprint for building a successful marriage, there are red flags everyone can look for that might indicate incompatibility. According to TODAY, persistent unhappiness is the first sign that your marriage is in trouble. Having an occasional argument does not necessarily mean that divorce is imminent – ending your marriage should be the last resort – but if you and your spouse are unable or unwilling to make the relationship work, it may be time to consider divorce.
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Let’s take a look at four signs that indicate your marriage could be headed for divorce:
1. Excessive Criticism
If you and your spouse are constantly criticizing each other over trivial matters, it could be indicative of resentment and unhappiness. Couple’s therapy may help you and your spouse communicate better and resolve your differences, but if your best efforts to make the marriage work have been unsuccessful, it may be time to consider divorce.
2. Defensiveness
Defensiveness is the roadblock to effective communication. If you and your spouse struggle to have productive conversations because one or both of you is defensive, your marriage is going to deteriorate.
Communication is the cornerstone of any strong relationship. Unless you both learn how to communicate effectively, too much defensiveness could lead to divorce.
3. Stonewalling Behavior
Stonewalling is just as counterproductive as defensiveness. If you or your spouse refuses to address concerns or shuts the other out when trying to resolve marital issues, there is little hope of saving the marriage unless your communication improves.
4. A Disparity in Effort
Just as it takes two to tango, it takes two to make a marriage work. If you are committed to the marriage and you are giving it everything you’ve got but your spouse isn’t putting in half the effort, you will eventually develop resentment, which can break even the strongest bonds.
If you have kids or careers, it is especially important to be proactive about making your marriage work. Setting aside time for each other is critical for keeping your love alive. Even if there are no major issues in your relationship, it is going to deteriorate quickly if you do not make the effort to spend quality time together.
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