An unhappy marriage is easy to spot. Signs of an unhappy marriage are often recognized long before divorce or separation. Everyone knows at least one couple in an unhappy marriage. If you are in an unhappy marriage seek counseling. These signs of an unhappy marriage are signals that should not be ignored.
Constant arguing
This sign of an unhappy marriage may be funny on a sitcom. In real life, people are hurt by bickering and disagreements. This particular unhappy marriage symptom can be devastating for children of the unhappy couple.
Less excitement or talk of future plans
A happy couple often talks about their plans for the future. One of the signs of an unhappy marriage is a spouse that no longer shares hopes and dreams. If friends are hearing about your spouses’ dreams before you, it could be a loss of interest in your future together.
Less sexual intimacy
The honeymoon phase doesn’t last forever, but if you or your spouse have no interest in intimacy at all, there may be a serious problem. People in happy marriages have no problem with sexual interest in their spouse. If your spouse seems uninterested in sex it may be a sign of marital discontent.
Depression
An unhappy marriage can start or end with bouts of depression. Depression is a sign of unhappiness with life in general and can be a predecessor to divorce. Depression can also occur when signs of an unhappy marriage become overwhelming.
Lack of communication
Distance and silence can be signs of an unhappy marriage. Newlyweds chatter endlessly together about their ideals. Sometimes happy couples chat about nothing at all. Unhappy couples have lost that best friend feeling they once had with their spouse and become silent and distant.
Distractions
Couples in an unhappy marriage often busy themselves with distractions to avoid the real issues. Staring silently at the TV can be one of those distractions. Unhappy couples may involve themselves in endless projects so they don’t have to communicate with each other.
Bad body language
Watch the direction your spouses shoes are pointed in. If they are always pointed away from you this is one of the signs of an unhappy marriage. Hands in the pocket can mean your spouse is hiding something. Pats on the back may mean nervousness or discomfort.
Frequent secretive phone conversations
If your spouse leaves the room frequently for private phone conversations, beware. This is a sign of an unhappy marriage and possible infidelity. Keeping secrets does not build a strong marriage unless it’s time for someones’ birthday.
Sudden change in appearance
If your spouse is a jeans and t-shirts type and suddenly begins dressing to the nines, be on the alert. Watch for other signs of infidelity or discontent such as late nights at work or unusual changes in behavior. Your spouse may be cheating or looking for a change.
Unusual amount of credit card activity
Unexplained purchases can mean your spouse is spending time with someone else. Finances slipping when no money has been visibly spent can be signs of an unhappy marriage. Your spouse could be entertaining someone else or simply spoiling themselves due to depression.
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