Feb 18, 2014

Sometimes, everybody else sees it, except the people involved in the relationship. Friends and family may even start a pool and bet on how long your marriage will last. If everybody else can see it, why can't you? Here are a few ways to tell a divorce may be inevitable:

The Bad Overshadows the Good

In any relationship there is good and bad. However, when you start seeing far more bad in your marriage than good, it may be a sign that a divorce is coming. This is especially true if you're already trying to work out issues in counseling or another type of support.

You Feel Alone in the Fight

Fighting to save a marriage is admirable, but when you're the only one fighting for it, divorce is likely. Frustration may set in and you may feel like you're stuck in a loveless marriage without any way of fixing the issues.

You or Your Partner Start Keeping Things to Yourself

You may know, sub-consciously, that it's over, but you haven't filed for divorce yet. When this happens, you may start keeping things to yourself, including money. It's normal for a partner that knows divorce may be an option in the near future to start putting a little extra cash aside.

The Sex is Rare, at Best

Sex is a very important part of a marriage and when the intimate connection isn't there any longer, it can be a sign of divorce looming. When couples don't have sex for months, it puts a strain on the marriage and they may just be staying in the relationship for the sake of the kids. However, this type of relationship will often lead to a divorce.

Dreaming About Life Outside the Marriage

If you often day dream about living without your spouse, it might be time to seek marital counseling. Without help, this can often lead to a divorce.

These are just a few signs that divorce is inevitable, without proper help. If you think a divorce may be coming in the near future or you know it's time to file, make sure you consult a professional divorce attorney before filing.