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8 Subtle Relationship Issues That Will Lead to Catastrophe

July 28, 2023 · Relationships
Subtle Relationship Issue
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Literally being silent

Sometimes when couples clash, one partner doesn’t want to talk anymore and ends up completely shutting down. We completely get it. But ignoring the person you’re spending your life with and giving them the silent treatment is a subtle relationship issue.

While needing space is healthy and normal, the silent treatment ultimately cuts off communication. Plus, people usually give the silent treatment precisely when communication is needed most, like during stressful periods in a relationship or after an argument.

Rather than outright ignoring them, clearly express your desire for quiet time by telling your partner that you need a break from talking.

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2 responses to “8 Subtle Relationship Issues That Will Lead to Catastrophe”

  1. Mary Morris says:
    August 2, 2024 at 5:50 pm

    How do you get out of hopeless marriage that 38’years he comes from a bad family life and he is repeating the pattern
    And will not change and I am 75 and sad

    Reply
  2. Luis A Baquedo says:
    August 31, 2024 at 8:19 pm

    Excellent advises. I personally need to work on some of them. thank you.

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