Relationships aren't easy to navigate, but there are tools that can make it easier.
Relationships go through all kinds of phases, and as time passes, our personalities and interests shift. That’s totally natural. The goal is to stay connected with your partner through these changes.
You Make Less Eye Contact “One of the most subtle and first things and probably the most subtle to shift is the amount of eye contact they have,” said Kate Balestrieri, a licensed clinical psychologist and executive director of Triune Therapy Group. Not every couple exchanges a ton of eye contact, and that’s fine, she says, but if you’re noticing a significant increase or decrease, it’s “a good benchmark to suggest that something is off.
You Keep Looking at Your Phone Notice how often you’re picking up your phone when your partner is in the room or vice versa. In an increasingly smartphone-centric world, this can be difficult to spot, but it’s also a really strong indicator, Balestrieri said. “If your partner walks in the room and you pick up your phone because you don’t want to talk to them or you’re nervous about something or you’re feeling depleted, that’s a big sign that you’re feeling disconnected,” she advised.
MORE: This Is What Actually Happens When You Go to Sex Therapy How to Reconnect If you’re noticing these signs in your relationship, there are several small things you can do to start to reconnect with your partner. Balestrieri recommends setting a timer on your phone and committing to a few minutes of uninterrupted eye contact. “It activates different parts in both your brain and your partner’s brain that signify empathy and connection, and that’s what we’re really looking for,” she said.
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