When people think of a marriage breaking down, their minds often go to sudden, dramatic events: cheating, money issues or blow-out rows. But often, the demise of a relationship is altogether slower and smaller: an erosion of trust, respect and intimacy that’s much harder to spot.
So what are the subtle signs to look out for when it comes to a marriage breaking down? We asked top relationship expert and author of Unapologetic, Annalie Howling, to delve into some of the issues she often sees in the latter stages of a partnership. Below are nine signals that you or your partner might
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