Why do we sabotage our romantic relationships? What are some of the most common self-sabotaging behaviors in relationships? According to psychologist Gay Hendricks, we’re not evolutionarily built for deep, loving relationships—we’re evolved to meet basic needs and reproduce. This means that we naturally feel uncomfortable when we experience intensely positive emotions in relationships. As a result, we often subconsciously sabotage our romantic relationships by picking fights, keeping a score, and perpetuating dysfunctional communication patterns. Here’s why we sabotage our most important relationships and how to put an end to this cycle.
Self-Sabotaging Behavior in Relationships: 4 Solutions










