Should couples be putting an expiry date on their relationship?

It sounds completely unromantic, but a growing 'sunset clause' trend suggests that agreeing to regular relationship check-ins could help couples stay happier for longer.

Is this a brilliant idea or are we overcomplicating love?

Karina Chapman, Dating Coach, Founder of Aligned Connections, tells Mike the idea has value, but only if couples understand the purpose behind it.

Rather than seeing it as a deadline to decide whether to stay or go, she says it should be viewed as an opportunity to intentionally reconnect. 

Relationships don't usually end because people stop loving each other overnight. They drift apart through a lack of communication, assumptions and unspoken expectations.

Karina says every couple should have regular conversations about where they're heading, what's working well and what needs attention.

It's not about putting an end date on love. It's about choosing each other.

Should couples be putting an expiry date on their relationship?
It sounds completely unromantic, but a growing 'sunset clause' trend suggests that agreeing to regular relationship check-ins could help couples stay happier for longer.
Is this a brilliant idea or are we overcomplicating love?
Karina Chapman, Dating Coach, Founder of Aligned Connections, tells Mike the idea has value, but only if couples understand the purpose behind it.
Rather than seeing it as a deadline to decide whether to stay or go, she says it should be viewed as an opportunity to intentionally reconnect.&nbsp;
Relationships don't usually end because people stop loving each other overnight. They drift apart through a lack of communication, assumptions and unspoken expectations.
Karina says every couple should have regular conversations about where they're heading, what's working well and what needs attention.
It's not about putting an end date on love. It's about choosing each other.

When much of the city sleeps, Mike Jeffreys is keeping you company.

Mike provides laughs and companionship, the news & stories of the day from midnight on Mondays. 

When much of the city sleeps, Mike Jeffreys is keeping you company.
Mike&nbsp;provides&nbsp;laughs and companionship, the&nbsp;news &amp;&nbsp;stories of the day from midnight on Mondays.&nbsp;