There is no such thing as a flawless relationship, so don’t worry if you’ve been arguing with your spouse or if you’ve just had a major fight. It’s really good to have a dispute now and again since it indicates you’re both expressing your views and working through issues. However, you should be on the lookout for specific kinds of fights, as well as other issues, that may indicate that your relationship is becoming toxic.

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Large-scale brawls including name-calling and other unpleasant assaults may indicate that things are deteriorating (or have already deteriorated). Toxic red signals, on the other hand, aren’t often so apparent. Instead, you may have noticed that you’ve been tense recently, that you’ve been walking on eggshells, or that you’ve been compelled to make white falsehoods.

According to Amy McManus, a certified marital and family therapist, “these are all indications that something is troubling you about your relationship.” “Perhaps this person isn’t the perfect fit for you, but perhaps you’ve become used to a toxic relationship dynamic, and this is how it’s manifesting in your life.” The nice thing about minor issues is that they’re usually simple to fix — often even before they become completely poisonous.

“Getting some assistance from a therapist or relationship coach when you start to experience these sorts of emotions may help you figure out the best approach to handle your issue,” McManus adds. “When your spouse appears to be the most irritating person on the planet, a little counseling may help you learn to communicate in better ways and restore the love connection you previously had.” According to experts, there are a few warning signs to look out for that may indicate toxicity is on the rise. Take notice if you’re beginning to feel like you can’t express what’s on your mind because you’re afraid of how your spouse may respond.