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Do you feel like you have lost the connection between you and your partner? Do you feel like he no longer values you like he used to? Here are eight subtle signs that could prove it.
Losing the connection with others never happens overnight. It is often an insidious process, marked by behaviors that are sometimes discreet, but revealing. Here are these signs that could indicate that your partner doesn’t like you as much anymore.
He’s not as attentive anymore
In a thriving relationship, an attentive partner listens to what you say, is interested in how you feel, and notices your reactions. If this is no longer the case, he becomes more distant and no longer pays attention to the details you share during your conversations.
He no longer celebrates your successes
It used to be that he gloated over your accomplishments, whether it was a promotion at work or achieving a personal goal like quitting smoking. From now on, he remains indifferent to your successes. This subtle change shows that he no longer values your efforts or victories as much.
He no longer appreciates your attentions
In a couple, it is natural to do gestures of love: preparing your favorite dish, organizing a surprise getaway, or simply being a support in difficult times. If your partner no longer notices or appreciates these efforts, it may mean that they no longer give you the same importance.
He becomes excessively critical
Constructive criticism can be healthy and beneficial in a relationship. But when they become systematic, negative or unjustified, they can reflect growing disinterest.
He no longer gives you time
A partner who loves you always finds time for you, because time spent together is essential to a relationship. If you are no longer a priority for him, spending quality time together becomes secondary or even non-existent.
He no longer says “I love you”
These three words are essential to express the importance of the other. Their prolonged absence in your discussions can be an alarming sign. It’s worth thinking about the state of your respective feelings and what your relationship still means to him.
He is no longer interested in your life
One of the joys of a relationship is sharing your life, your dreams and your worries with another. If your partner, once attentive and curious about your thoughts, no longer shows any interest in your plans or concerns, this may indicate emotional disengagement.
He no longer makes an effort to make you happy
In a healthy relationship, each person seeks to contribute to the happiness of the other, because their partner’s well-being is a source of personal satisfaction. If your partner stops trying to make you happy, it’s probably because your happiness is no longer a priority for him.
These behaviors, although discreet, should not be ignored. If you see many of these signs in your relationship, it may be time to openly discuss them with your partner or reevaluate what you want from the relationship.
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