Relationships go through different stages. The right one stands the test and still waxing stronger. The onset of relationships is always ‘lovey dovey’ but when both partners start showing their true colours, it is only the ones built on genuine love, open communication and understanding that grows.
If you notice your partner is losing interest, be quick to address it so that you can move forward. Here is how to know:
1. Your partner feels distant
One common sign that your partner is losing interest is that you feel more like roommates than partners, even if you don’t live together. When there is the tendency to do your separate things more often, this could spell trouble. This can include not choosing to spend holidays and special events together. This affects physical intimacy.
2. Your partner is moody
It’s normal for couples to feel annoyed with each other every now and again. But when their moods seem particularly agitated or avoidant, it could be a sign your partner is thinking about leaving. If you’ve asked them to spend time with your family or engage in some equal workload sharing around the house and they react with heavy sighs or procrastination, that could also be indicative of loss of interest.
3. They have stopped calling or texting
This may be a sign that your partner is losing interest, or it may just mean that they are busy or would rather connect with you in person versus over electronics. People are busier than ever. So if they stop calling and texting, it might be some of that newness has worn off and maybe there’s some security.
4. Your conversation seems forced
If your partner used to chat happily for hours and now things feel a bit forced, it might be a sign they’re checking out of the relationship. But it could also mean a lot of other things. If you’ve told them how you feel and conversations still feel stilted, that’s worth taking note of. If you can’t find common interest or joy in just conversing, then that’s questionable.
5. They don’t talk about the future
While it’s always fine to focus on the present, especially if your relationship is newer, it may start to raise a few red flags if your partner never wants to talk about the future, like planning vacations or discussing whether or not they’re interested in having children. Though some people just live in the moment and don’t like to plan for the future, it can be a sign that they might not be the person for you.
6. You don’t feel supported by your partner
Supporting a partner can be difficult and time-consuming, which is perhaps why someone who is ready to check out may not put in the effort to do so. A loving partner would usually offer support. So if nothing bigger is going on in their life, this might be a sign that they aren’t that interested in you and your life.
7. You don’t feel like a priority to your partner
The big takeaway is that you should feel like a priority in your partner’s life. This is a sign that you’re both on the same page. Somebody who is making you a priority [will be]interested in your happiness, and they’ll feel happy with your happiness. There would also be a willingness to try and meet your needs.