The breakdown of a relationship can be incredibly tough to handle. However, there is no denying that relationships are hard work and it is only natural that sometimes they come to an end. Considering that, in this blog post, we are going to take a look at some of the common reasons why relationships end. Hopefully, this will provide further insight and help you to realize that you are not alone and that everyone has problems. 

• Cheating – Let’s start with the obvious reason why a lot of couples break up, and this is due to cheating. When someone breaks the other person’s trust in this way, it can feel like it is very difficult to come back. Some people can move forward and repair their relationship. Other people cannot. It really comes down to your relationship and the circumstances. For example, if you and your partner have been together since you were young and one of you made a silly mistake, you may feel like you can move forward from this because you have both matured. There is nothing wrong with this if you feel like this is what’s right for you. At the same time, if your partner continues to cheat on you again and again, you need to muster up the courage to draw the line and realize what you truly deserve. Yes, it can be very difficult. However, once you rip off the band-aid, as you they say, you will be able to grow and become stronger. Of course, there are situations whereby you do not know for sure if your partner has cheated, but you suspect this to be the case. This comes down to a lack of trust. It may not actually be the case that the person has cheated but it could be that the other person is insecure and always worries about this possibility. If that is so, looking into counseling options comes highly recommended. Speak with a professional who can help you through your trust issues, as this can end up flowing into other areas of your life and it may impact other relationships in the future as well.
• Addiction – In addition to cheating, another reason why a lot of relationships end up coming to an end is because of addiction. Addiction can impact people in so many different ways. Some people are addicted to drugs. Other people are addicted to gambling. No matter what the addiction is, it can cause damaging behavior that can really have a negative impact on all relationships in that person’s life. While it can be very hard to deal with, if you love the person, try to support them and help them through it. Recognize that addiction is an illness and the person in question is not behaving this way on purpose. For instance, if you know that your loved one struggles with alcohol, try and help them to get into an alcohol addiction treatment program. It could save their life. It could save your relationship too. Of course, you may decide that this is not something that you are prepared to put up with and it is not the life you want for yourself. This is completely our decision to make. Addictions really can represent a lifelong battle, so it all depends on what you are prepared to put up with and whether or not you feel like you can be there for your other half and help him or her to come out the other end. 
• Falling out of love – In addition to the points that we have mentioned above, we cannot ignore the fact that one of the reasons why a lot of people end up breaking up is simply because they fall out of love. It happens. You think that someone is the person you want to spend all of your life with. However, time goes on and you realize that you just do not feel the same way anymore. Sometimes you cannot even put your finger on why this has happened or what has caused you to feel this way. It can often be because we change as people and what we want changes as time goes on. Or, it could be that you just do not get the same emotion and passion that you once did from your partner. When you are in this situation, the worst thing you can do is string the other person on. It is important to be honest and let your other half know so that you can both go your separate ways in an amicable manner. Needless to say, if you have only started to have these small doubts, you do not need to break up with your partner immediately. However, by talking about the situation, you can find ways to ignite the passion again and bring the love back into your relationship. You can look for different ways to try and reconnect so that you can discover whether or not there is anything left in your relationship or whether you really should call it a day once and for all.
• Financial difficulties – Last but not least, financial difficulties represent another common reason why we see a lot of couples break up. This is even more so the case over the past 18 months when you consider the impact that the pandemic has had on people all over the world. A lot of people have lost their jobs and they are struggling to get by on a day-to-day basis. This can be very difficult to cope with and it can present a lot of challenges for couples. There are some couples who have lost their homes due to this. This can naturally end up causing a lot of issues in any relationship, no matter how much you love the other person. These problems are only made worse if one partner lies to the other and fails to be truthful about the situation they are in or the struggles they are experiencing from a financial perspective. Open communication is a must, no matter how difficult or challenging it may be. Speak with your partner to see if you can come up with a resolution. Whether you need to seek debt advice or you need to look for a second income, working together to get through the problem is always the best result. Do not dwell on what has happened. Instead, look to take proactive steps forward so that you can enjoy a brighter future together. 

To conclude, there are many different reasons why relationships come to an end. Perhaps you feel like your relationship is coming to an end for a reason that has not been listed above. Whatever the case may be, we know that it can be very hard to come to terms with. It is important to give yourself space to breathe and to look after yourself. Self-care is critical. If you are struggling, reach out to someone you can trust. If you do not feel comfortable speaking about things like this with someone in your friendship circle or family, why not book an appointment with a therapist? Trained professionals can really help you to speak in a trusting and carefree environment so that you can really say what is on your mind and get the help you require. You may be nervous about it at first, but it will probably end up being the best thing you ever do.