Relationships are central to human experience, offering a sense of connection, belonging,

and emotional fulfillment.

However, not all relationships last, and understanding why they end can be critical for personal

growth and the pursuit of healthier connections.

As a psychologist, I often encounter people

seeking clarity about their relational struggles. Drawing on psychological research,

I'll outline key factors that commonly lead to the end of a relationship.

Welcome back to savvy psychologist. I'm your host, Dr. Monica Johnson. Every week on this show, I'll help you face life challenges with evidence-based approaches, a sympathetic ear, and zero judgment.

The first factor that we're going to talk about is lack of commitment. Commitment, which is the willingness to prioritize the relationship and

work through challenges, is essential for long-term success. Research highlights that perceived

unequal commitment often leads to dissatisfaction. When one partner feels more invested than the

other, it creates an imbalance that constrain the relationship's stability.

Partners can strengthen commitment by setting shared goals that reflect mutual priorities, reaffirming their commitment through consistent actions and words, and addressing underlying doubts or insecurities through

open and honest communication. If you're in the early stages of dating or a relationship,

make sure that you're not putting in all the effort. If you're waiting 12 days to get an answer back

regarding a date, it's likely the person isn't that interested in you.

If you're talking about long-term goals and you're not engaging in action steps, that may be

something to address within the relationship. Is the person giving you lip service and saying

they want to build a life together? But when it comes to actually creating action steps and

following through

with them, there's no movement.

That may be something to look out for.

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