Whatever the cause, or your individual situation, it all boils down to one thing: once you realise this may be happening to you and your partner, you have to consider all options and evaluate whether you are ready and willing to put in the effort it takes to rebuild.
Because periods of disconnection are completely normal, and sometimes they do just go away on their own as fast as they came ––but at other times, they can really take their toll on a relationship and cause lasting damage. It’s important to be honest with your partner about how you feel, and come to a mutual understanding that you both want to be in it for the long haul and fix the situation.
If not spending enough time together is the main issue in your relationship, try to make it a priority to spend a few evenings together and focus only on each other ––no phones, no TV, no kids, no distractions. It can really do wonders, and it sends the right signal that you’re serious about building up your intimacy again.
If you haven’t tried relationship counselling services, or even individual therapy, be assured that seeing a professional can really help. They can act as a neutral mediator, and help you overcome your differences or reignite the fire in the relationship.