Knowing the signs a long term relationship is ending can save you a lot of time and heartache. Prolonging the inevitable and staying in a dying relationship when neither one of you is happy is a recipe for misery. I’m going to share with you the 7 signs a long term relationship is ending so you can see if you are in a relationship that is most likely going to nowheresville.

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1. Changes in Communication

One of the earliest signs a long term relationship is ending is that there are many changes in communication. You used to look forward to talking to him on the phone or receiving one of his text messages. Lately that’s all changed. Neither one of you seem interested in holding a conversation so phone calls, e-mails and text messages are sporadic at best.

2. Non-Stop Fighting

Another indicator that a breakup is looming is constantly fighting over the littlest things. A fight should make a couple feel closer together as they try to solve an issue for the betterment of their relationship. Couples that are looking for the relationship exit door often pick fights whenever any opportunity arises. For example, he may feel fully justified to start World War III when he finds dirty dishes in the sink.

3. Lack of Affection

A couple in a happy and healthy relationship are physically affectionate. A sign that things are coming to an end is if neither one of you shows affection anymore. So basics such as hugs, cuddling and kissing are nonexistent in your relationship. The relationship feels cold and distant instead of loving.

4. Interested in Other People

The hottie at work has started catching your eye and you have been exchanging pretty steamy emails with him. Your soon to be ex has now started blatently flirting with other women in front of you whenever you are out together. This type of behavior signifies that both of you feel that other people could possibly make you happier even if you haven’t voiced that thought yet. Instead of being in a dead end relationship, consider dating someone new.

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5. Rarely Spend Time Together

Since all you have been doing is fighting lately and you feel so emotionally distant from him, you haven't been spending much time together. Both of you prefer spending time with friends or family. You don’t even know what’s going on in his life. And honestly, you are slowly realizing that your feelings are changing.

6. Brotherly Love

Your feelings for your partner feel more platonic than romantic. You may still love and care about him but don’t feel like you are in love with him. Instead of thinking his weird traits are quirky and cute, they annoy and irritate you. This major shift in feelings can’t be ignored because its your heart telling you that this guy is being tossed in the friend zone.

7. Last Ditch Efforts Have Failed

Since you have been together for a while, you might attempt a few last ditch efforts to rekindle your feelings. But its becoming obvious that you are the only one that wants to make an effort. He seems uninterested in trying to fix the serious problems that are causing chaos in your relationship. One person can’t save a relationship no matter how hard you try.

If you notice any of these grave signs in your relationship, its time to have a serious talk with your partner. Its extremely difficult to walk away from someone when you have been together forever, but it may be the best thing to do. So ladies how did you know it was time to end a long term relationship?

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Danisha
2014-03-16T00:26:31.608Z
Girls above me who are currently in a loveless relationship: BREAK UP! Seriously, I've been in the same position, my ex and I were our firsts in everything and we were in a relationship for 6 years! I finally had the courage to call it quits for good, and haven't looked back. It's the most liberating feeling. Yeah you'll feel lonely sometimes but you have yourself and in order for you to be in a loving relationship, you must love yourself first! C'mon girls! You can do it!!!
Merarri
2015-06-26T16:01:42.921Z
@Kat, it sounds like your relationship has gone stale. Try new things with each other to strengthen your bond. You have a choice to make. You can either destroy his trust in you by cheating with the best friend or you can focus on your relationship. Sometimes when you have been with someone for a long time, you want to try something new. You have what we call the "grass is greener syndrome"-the idea that someone new is better and that you are missing out. A lot of people find that once they cheat, the other person isn't as awesome as they once believed. And that the “grass” that they thought was so green is nothing but a brown patch of weeds. If after careful consideration, you believe that you are done with your relationship, respect him and what you had by officially ending it. Don’t sneak behind his back and cheat just to satisfy your inner urges. Walk away with grace and dignity. Carefully consider whether you want to destroy your relationship for his best friend. Once you cheat, you will NEVER be able to go back to what you had. Even if he is willing to take you back, your relationship will always bear the painful scars of cheating.
Margaret
2013-10-14T07:04:18.000Z
He forgot my birthday and Valentine\'s Day n gave me cheap thoughtless gifts at Christmas
olivia
2015-03-25T23:24:20.724Z
im not really sure if my relationship is ending or not. we never see eachother anymore but he rings every night. but its different to what it used to be, im not waiting for the phone call, im not begging to stay on the phone for just 5 for minutes. when he texts me, my heart doesn't skip a beat like it used to. ive gotten to the point of confusion and frustration that im crying at night and falling to sleep from sheer mental exhaustion. im just not sure what to do anymore
Margaret
2013-10-14T07:05:50.000Z
On top of that he travelled constantly for work n rarely prioritized out relationship
Leanne
2013-10-14T07:42:25.000Z
Both guys had both women
Leanne
2013-10-14T06:09:52.000Z
Sorry I don\'t usually write only read what everyone says but I feel that was written from the love of my life. Things haven\'t been good lately. But the love I have for this guy is like no other. You see I tried to show him how I feel and always was truthful but got tired of being ridiculed for things I never did so I said to myself I might as well because every other week I hear about a new person in his life wether just to make me jealous or not it hurts. If someone says they were with their family all day do u call the family up at night to see? I don\'t know. It\'s been days now can\'t sleep or eat just been a mess
Kat
2015-06-26T09:09:40.209Z
OK so... what do you do when the guy you have been with for 11 years (since we were 19) is really nice, funny and good looking - however for some inexplicable reason lately you just can't stop thinking about cheating? I'm consider myself to be a very kind person, so this is completely out of character! In addition, on the outside everyone thinks we are the perfect couple. We never fight really, but I don't know if we've just become friends. Oh and just to top it off.... the person I can't stop thinking about the most is his best friend!! I am a baaaaad person. Advice please!!!
Kingboo
2013-10-14T08:49:06.000Z
I just knew, all the signs i\'ve read here were true, after three years we finally broke up. X