15 Signs of Emotional Detachment in Marriage

Emotional distance can build up over time, often sneaking up on you without you even realizing it. Before you know it, it feels like you are miles apart, disconnected, and maybe not even in love. Unfortunately, it happened for a reason…and you may have played a part in that. These behaviors build walls and divide the two of you, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. Learn how to bridge the gap and get your marriage back on track.

1. Your partner doesn’t share his or her problems or worries.
2. Your partner seems disinterested when you are talking.
3. Your partner isn’t moved by your strong emotions.
4. Your partner seems apathetic during a conflict.
5. Your partner withdraws and doesn’t want to spend time with you.
6. Your partner seems disinterested in sex.
7. Your partner doesn’t try to make you happy.
8. Your partner consistently puts his or her needs ahead of yours.
9. Your partner has stopped saying, “I love you.”
10. Your partner is rarely affectionate.
11. Your partner gives you the silent treatment.
12. Your partner shuts down when you try to work on the relationship.
13. Your partner gets angry when you try to engage.
14. Your partner does things to sabotage your relationship.
15. Your partner doesn’t want to talk about your future together.

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