Relationship burnout is a state of emotional and physical exhaustion that occurs when the demands of a relationship consistently exceed the emotional, mental, and energetic resources available to meet them. It's characterized by frustration, disillusionment, and a sense of being emotionally drained within a romantic partnership, friendship, or familial relationship.
A primary cause of relationship burnout occurs when you and/or your partner feel overwhelmed by the challenges and responsibilities inherent in maintaining a healthy and fulfilling connection. This can result from various factors such as communication breakdowns, unresolved conflicts, unmet expectations, or an imbalance in giving and receiving within the relationship.
Alternatively, relationship burnout may stem from personal burnout and circumstances outside the connection.
The persistence of dissonance in a relationship can be a sign that the dynamic between individuals is strained, and the emotional reserves necessary to sustain the connection are depleted. It often leads to disconnection, resentment, and a loss of intimacy between partners.
But there are ways to ensure you never reach this point, and if you’re already there, it’s not too late.
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