A relationship may last for months, a year, five, 10 years or more before leading to exchange of vows and on the other hand, it may hit the rocks before getting to that point. Before a relationship experiences a nosedive, there are some obvious pointers often overlooked. Here are some clues to know if your serious relationship might be on the brink of failure. 1. No communication No relationship thrives without communication. Communication is in two parts; how often you talk, chat or see each other, and how well you communicate. George Bernard Shaw writes:  “The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” Communication has been made a lot easier with the advent of technological inventions and no excuse can suffice for lack of communication. It’s through communication that humans express their emotions. It, therefore, follows that a communication gap is an indication of a failing relationship. 2. No talk about future plans ...