Signs Your Partner is Pulling the Plug

As people in modern day society, we all have a tendency to either read too much into a situation or not pay enough attention. I know its hard to find that perfect balance on what to take in and what not to, but in order to maintain or dismiss a relationship, one must always be on his or her toes. I think it's safe to assume that most of us have been in that relationship where it wasn't really working out, but we stayed in it because it was comfortable. When in such a relationship, there should be one goal in mind: Dump Them First!!

Sure, it's an immature and childish notion, but lets face it, we all do childish things from time to time. If you're not happy and you don't see a long term future with this person, save yourself time and get a head start on the healing process. Jumping into the freezing water so suddenly will be a shock, but eventually it'll become refreshing. If you were already unhappy you will feel much better. You won't have to spend each day worrying and wondering if you're going to be dumped; you'll have the answer for sure, and can begin to move on.

However, if you aren't sure that you're ready to put an end to such a relationship, and suspect that your partner might be wanting to call it quits, here are some warning signs so that you can get a heads up instead of a nudge out the door...


1) Your Gut Told You - Guts don't talk, you say? Well you're certainly suspicious of something; else you wouldn't be reading this article. Sometimes gut feelings are right.

2) Awkward Phone Conversations - This is usually a dead give-away. If you're used to prolonged, laughter-filled phone calls that could go on for hours and then suddenly your phone calls are barely lasting 5 minutes, maybe they're trying to avoid you. Don't base this off one phone call. You'll notice it in a series of phone calls. If they aren't talkative and barely add anything to the conversation, they might be losing interest in you.

3) "Excuses" - This may be obvious, but if they start the whole "we should take a break", "maybe we should be open to other people" and so on, don't waste your time. It's their way of ending it like a coward. Chances are you won't be hearing from them again.

4) Stupid Arguments - Another give-away. Are they getting mad at you for no logical reason? Taking all their stress out on you? Arguing over ridiculously silly, small things? This isn't always a sign of a break-up. If you're always giving in, being that "nice guy/girl", and agreeing with them all the time, they may be arguing simply to see if you'll stick up for yourself. Sad, but true.

5) Vague Plans - If they're always trying to get out of dates or constantly changing them, this could be a sign that you're becoming less important. If you suggest a future trip or vacation and they only seem vaguely interested, they don't even plan on being with you that long.