Even the most charmed of couples can go through phases of being not so great. Whether it’s a major, known issue, or you’re just a bit out of sorts with each other for awhile, no relationship is immune. The good news is, it doesn’t mean the end. And it doesn’t mean things won’t get back to good.

Along with the good news, there’s some bad news. When you’re part of a troubled twosome it can be difficult to see ahead to better times. And that lack of clarity can make people do some really stupid things; all in the hopes of saving their relationship.

I get it. I’ve been there. I’m serious. And to prove it, here is my handy little sampling of save-the-relationship maneuvers that either I’ve tried or have had tried on me…and please remember that these are warnings, not suggestions! Hint: I did not do the baby thing. Promise.

Have a Baby

There is just so much wrong with this it’s hard to know where to start. That it even needs to be mentioned is just sad. It happens though, too often. People get scared and think that an addition to the family will bring them closer together as a couple, even if that means tricking their partner into an “accidental” pregnancy. It will do no such thing; and using an innocent to try to patch your relationship? Abhorrent!

Invade your partner’s privacy

So his cell phone is sitting right there, and he’s nowhere to be found. You’re thinking that a quick peek at his text messages and email will give you all the insight you need into fixing whatever is wrong. Right? Wrong!! You’re delusional if you think that possible law breaking, not to mention a gross invasion of privacy will help you fix your relationship. What is will get you is a break up.

Checking a lover’s email, Facebook, text messages…all straight ways to freaking yourself out. Because either you find something that is incriminating against him/her and then you can’t use it against them (illegally obtained evidence is inadmissible in court, babies) or you find nothing and you’re just a snoop. Lose/Lose.

Move in with each other

This one is along the same lines as having a baby. Moving in together when your relationship is in trouble is just never a good idea; rather you’re inviting trouble. It may be an understandable response, but it’s illogical.

Understandable because you figure moving in together is one way of staying close to your partner. But guess what, your problems are going to follow you wherever you go. Though the change of scenery may provide a temporary respite, when your problems resurface, and the will, you now have the added responsibility, and complication, of a shared lease or mortgage.

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