A study analyzed data from over 10,000 participants and found that relationship satisfaction experiences a 'terminal decline' years before breakup. This decline consists of a gradual dip followed by a sharper fall months prior to separation. Relationship satisfaction decreases more steeply than overall life satisfaction, particularly for those who did not initiate the breakup. Many individuals fail to recognize these signs until it is too late, often dismissing their feelings as mere overthinking or fatigue. Key indicators of being in this pre-breakup phase include fantasies of freedom and a lack of energy to maintain the relationship.
"Relationship satisfaction doesn't just drop suddenly at the end; rather, it goes through a phase of 'terminal decline' that begins years before the actual breakup."
"Most people don't see the signs of a terminal decline in their relationship until it's too late, often attributing their feelings to overthinking or tiredness."
#relationship-satisfaction #breakup-psychology #terminal-decline #couples-therapy #emotional-well-being
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