Falling out of love is a deeply personal and often painful experience. Featured in an article by MindBodyGreen, Dr. Dana McNeil, PsyD, LMFT, and The Relationship Place founder offers insightful advice on identifying and addressing this shift in relationships.
Key Signs You Might Be Falling Out of Love
One of the first signs, McNeil explains, is when you start creating distance between yourself and your partner:
She says:
“You’re creating space emotionally, physically, or mentally because you’re uncomfortable in the relationship”.
Another common indicator is a sense of emotional overwhelm, which McNeil refers to as “flooding.”
Dr. McNeil notes:
“Flooding is when you feel overwhelmed by negative feelings or emotions when you’re around your partner. You may be harboring unresolved feelings of resentment, frustration, or a lack of trust,”
Is It a Rut or Something More?
McNeil emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between a temporary relationship rut and falling out of love.
As for Dr. McNeil,
“A rut might mean you’re bored or there’s a lack of excitement, which is completely normal and happens in many aspects of life,”
But falling out of love, she adds, is much more significant:
“Falling out of love involves withdrawing, feeling a change of heart, and not wanting to invest in the relationship anymore.”
What Can Be Done?
If these signs resonate, McNeil suggests taking proactive steps, including seeking professional help.
“Couples therapy can be a safe space to explore these feelings, understand each other’s needs, and work on reconnection,”
she advises.
Read the full article here.