Some Important Possible Reasons Why Your Relationship Is Failing (2 of 8)

Too High Standards

Another problem is when the standards of the relationship are too high. Some people expect the most out of their partner and that’s a problem because people make mistakes. There are bound to be slip ups.

What’s going to put a strain on the relationship is you or your partner being unsupportive and feeling disappointed in them. You should never be measuring up your partner with some unrealistic expectations.

Conversely, you should never compare your relationship with other relationships. Not only is it a sign that the relationship is failing, but it’s unrealistic. Every relationship is different in its own way. Sure there are certainly examples of “good and healthy relationships”, but they can be stretched.

Some other considerations are:

• Maybe your standards for your partner are lower? If you see them as inferior to you, this will influence how you speak to them.