What are some signs that a relationship is failing from the outside looking in?

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"Outside looking in" meaning from the perspective of someone who isn't actually in the relationship but simply knows the two people dating

Purpleronnie · Accepted Answer

I don’t think I ever really look for this or would judge a relationship by seeing only a portion of their interaction , that would not be fair or warranted. If I have been asked by one or both parts of the couple to comment upon how they seem from the outside I would always generally look for a way to politely remove myself from the conversation by acting ignorant and glossing over any opinions I might have. I realize this may seem like a cop out or me not being a True friend but experience has taught me to never insert myself or be drawn into discontent within other people’s relationship it’s just none of my business and there are very often more than 2 sides to the story … what they both might think and then the actual truth of the matter that is almost always not communicated !!

Finchie40 · Accepted Answer

Dishonesty , being selfish behind their partners’ back , seeking attention from others’ , trash talking their partner behind their back , flirting with the opposite sex behind their back can all be signs that the relationship isn’t good

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

When they clearly are starting to change their ways and themselves for their partner. Don’t get me wrong, love comes with change but if it’s one way and the partner doesn’t appreciate it then it’s a sign it’s worthless. And usually ur friends can tell that.

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

Honestly the only time I’ve seen a relationship fail, was when it was between two people who had no business being in a relationship anyways.

DishLady · Answer

Body language and facial expressions.

BetaBucks · Answer

Seeing either of the partners showing interest in other people, or seeking attention from other people. That's the slow roll to the end.

Disrespectful fighting is also a big deal. Everyone fights, but not everyone belittles each other in a fight. It shows a lack of respect that will lead to my first point.

TommyMountainFigure · Answer

The easiest sign to read is when one person is talking, the other is disinterested, and will give short and cold answers!

Anonymous · Answer

Effort has lessen, and also when the boy started to admit he is single when other girl is asking but actually they are still together.. And i am right enough, week later they break up

Anonymous · Answer

I’m not looking for signs of failure in anyone else’s relationship. It’s not my problem.

DrPepper12 · Answer

Coldness Less time together  Snippy exchanges More sarcasm and less wit

paledreams · Answer

Bickering - and both want to domineer - note the wording I've used 😐🤔😐😀

noohair · Answer

No person knows the private dynamics of a relationship.

smashleyy · Answer

Controlling behaviour, lack of individuality

What are some signs that a relationship is failing from the outside looking in?

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