Written by Bev Clark  At the beginning of a relationship, when both parties have love in their hearts and rose coloured glasses firmly planted on their face, neither party is anticipating the possibility that the relationship may fail. The reality is however, that a high proportion of relationships will indeed fail. The most common reasons for failure, not necessarily in order, are: Financial Incapacity – Not everyone has the same relationship with money, and if parties to a relationship are incompatible in this regard it is not surprising that it can be a source of contention in a relationship. If one party lives for the moment and spends what they earn and the other party prefers to live frugally and within their means, saving funds for the future, then arguments are going to ensue. In the ideal world, couples will have discussed their financial goals and have a good understanding of their financial habits prior to making a commitment to each other. Often, however, they do not openly discuss these things and only discover the incompatibility when the relationship is underway. Addiction – Addiction comes in many forms. It could be illegal substances, alcohol, pornography, gambling or prescription medication. … Continue reading 5 Most Common Reasons for Relationship Breakdown & Divorce