9 Common Relationship Problems Couples Face & How To Fix Them

Are you having relationship problems? You’re not alone!

When I first started dating my husband, we faced a lot of problems in our relationship.

It was really tough at first but we had to navigate so many issues to get to a stable stage in our relationship.

When I remember those tough days, I realize it was meant to teach us that we are not perfect human beings.

The perfect couple simply doesn’t exist. Whether you admit it or not, we all have our issues.

It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been with your partner or how much you love one another…

You will eventually be thrown a curve ball, which could put a strain on your relationship.

Whatever issues you and your partner are currently facing, it’s how you deal with them that is most important.

With that in mind, here are 9 common relationship problems couples face and how to fix them…

9 COMMON RELATIONSHIP PROBLEMS COUPLES FACE & HOW TO FIX THEM

#1. Poor communication

Little or no communication in a relationship is one of the most common relationship problems most couples face at different stages.

It usually starts small and later engulfs the whole relationship.

Couples who don’t communicate well rarely have a successful relationship that withstands the test of time.

If you’ve just entered into a new relationship or you’ve been together for a long time, make communication a priority.

Don’t assume to know what your partner is thinking or make up fake stories in your mind.

If you’re confused about something, simply ask your partner about it instead of sulking or giving him the silent treatment.

Share your thoughts, feelings, and dreams with your partner. Let him know what’s going on in your head!

Don’t shut him out and expect him to miraculously guess what you’re thinking or feeling.

Your relationship will remain stagnant if you refuse to communicate your feelings with your partner.

If you want to have a healthy relationship, make communication a necessity in your relationship and watch it grow beautifully.

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#2. Lack of trust

Lack of trust can cause many problems in our relationships and it mainly stems from poor communication.

When you don’t communicate effectively, you create room for assumptions and a lack of trust.

Most times, any form of disconnection in a relationship will have its root in unforgiveness.

This means that if you’re struggling to trust and connect with your partner, it’s probably because you haven’t fully forgiven him for something wrong he did in the past.

If you want to restore trust in your relationship, you need to have an honest discussion with one another.

Speak about what your partner did to hurt you and what they can do now to earn your trust back again.

Stop holding onto past grudges; they only destroy your relationship slowly.

Immediately, your partner offends you, approach him and talk to him about it.

Resist the temptation to give him the “silent treatment” and try to talk it out with him instead.

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#3. Unsatisfactory intimate life

Every couple goes through a “honeymoon phase” when they first get together.

During this time, you can’t get enough of each other and your intimate life is usually amazing.

Unfortunately, after being together for a few months or years, the passion you once felt can start to die down.

This can lead to a boring love life or a relationship without constant intimacy.

Romance is important in most intimate relationships and it’s the major reason why couples break up or stay together.

Men love getting intimate a lot and they expect to have it as much as they want.

This could be a big issue for a woman who has a low desire for intimacy.

If your partner has a higher drive than you and you’re not willing to do anything to meet up, you’re definitely not going to stay together for the long haul.

If the romance is terrible and you’re not doing anything to improve it, your relationship is heading towards disaster.

Rather than ignore the problem, talk about it with your significant other and work together to find ways to spice things up in the bedroom.

If you’re both usually busy, schedule romantic encounters for the days you’re less busy and try to put in extra effort to make your partner happy.

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#4. Lack of money management

Lack of money management is also another major issue many couples face in their relationships.

Couples who purposely talk about finances and strategically manage their money as a team tend to avoid money problems.

If you’ve never talked about money before or you don’t stick to a budget, you may encounter financial problems in the long run.

Research has shown that couples who have different values about money find it difficult living in peace.

Money can be a huge cause of conflict in relationships.

This is because, whether you have a joint account or not, your partner’s spending habits will definitely have an effect on your own finances, especially when you live together.

If your partner spends money differently than you, it can cause a great deal of stress.

Instead of shouting and screaming about every transaction he makes, gently tell your partner about your views on money and try to find a middle ground together.

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#5. Recurring power struggle

Every couple experiences power struggle at the beginning of their relationship and if they don’t handle it well, it usually makes or breaks their relationship.

One partner will always want to be in charge while the other partner follows.

But what happens when two partners want to be leaders in their relationship? There will definitely be chaos!

If you’re currently going through this, I suggest you first talk it out with your partner then make a roster for house chores.

This way, you’ll avoid quarreling about chores and who has to do what in the house.

Unless you live alone, no one in your household should be doing all of the chores by themselves.

Everyone who lives with you will be contributing to the mess, so everyone should also do their part in the cleanup.

To make this easier on you and your partner, write a list of all of the chores that need completing. Then, you can divide those chores up equally between you.

If there is anything neither of you wants to do, you could take it in turns or hire some cleaning help.

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#6. Insecurity

Not all couples are perfectly suited to one another.

You may want to advance in your career, but your partner might want to travel the world.

This can leave you feeling incredibly insecure about the future.

After all, you don’t want to lose your partner, but you also shouldn’t have to give up on your dreams.

Before you start freaking out, you should bring up the topic with your other half.

Hopefully, with an honest conversation, you can create a future that makes you both happy.

If you constantly feel insecure about your relationship, it’s most likely because you’re only thinking about all the negative things that could happen in the future.

If you want to get rid of this problem, focus all your attention on all the positive things that can happen in your relationship.

#7. Lack of quality time together

Couples often spend a lot of time with one another, especially when they live together.

When you begin to see your partner less because of how awfully busy he is, it can cause loneliness and frustration.

If you discover that you aren’t spending enough time with your partner, plan your time together in advance.

Pick a specific date and time and arrange something to do together, even if it’s just talking or strolling in the park.

Switch off your phones for those few hours and hire a sitter if you have children so that there are no interruptions while you’re together.

Don’t forget to do this regularly; it will keep your relationship exciting!

The 365 Days Of Romance will give you simple bonding activities for couples to help you spend more quality time together.

#8. Absence of love and respect

Most people think all couples must be in love with each other but it’s not always the case in most relationships.

When you’ve been with your partner for a long time, it’s normal for you to fall out of love or take your partner for granted.

If you’ve fallen into this category, you have to put in extra efforts to respark the romance you once had.

Think of what made you fall in love with your partner initially and remind yourself of it when you forget.

Don’t take your partner for granted and don’t stop doing those little thoughtful things that show you really care for him.

Make it a priority to do one thing each day that will make your partner feel loved and special.

#9. Infidelity

Almost every couple experiences this relationship problem at least once in their lifetime.

One partner may cheat due to rejection, neglect or unsatisfactory intimate life.

If you want to prevent this from happening, give your partner full attention, make him feel wanted, stop being too tired for intimacy all the time and try to make him happy in bed.

If you’re struggling to heal from an affair, I recommend A Cheater’s Guide for Helping Your Spouse Heal to discover the “24 tasks” that a cheater must perform in order for you to heal from an affair.

Every couple experiences relationship problems at every stage of their love life.

This is something that you can’t simply avoid. I’ve highlighted 9 common relationship problems most couples face and how to deal with them.

After reading this post, I’m confident that you will be able to handle some of the most common relationship problems you may face with your partner.

If you apply these tips and you can’t seem to solve your relationship problems as a couple, it would be wise to sign up for online therapy.

About The Author

Jennifer Dagi

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Jennifer Dagi is happily married to her best friend and the love of her life.

As a relationship coach, she is passionate about helping couples build healthy and happy relationships.

She strongly believes communication and intimacy are the most important ingredients for building a successful relationship.

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