Communication

Many people find it difficult to admit when they’re feeling angry—even to themselves. Acknowledging and expressing anger can be especially tough when it’s directed at a significant other, as many of us prefer to sidestep conflict. However, repressed anger doesn’t simply go away. That negative…

When a third person joins an existing pair, the dynamics of communication, influence, and closeness within the original pair typically shift. This can lead to feelings of invasion, neglect, anger, or resentment, especially if these changes are not addressed properly. Understanding how to manage these…

Sexual intimacy is a multifaceted aspect of human relationships, influenced by individual desires, identities, and societal perceptions. Understanding the dynamics of sexual intimacy involves exploring many factors, including personal preferences, communication, and the negotiation of desires within relationships. Fortunately, conflicts within relationships can provide opportunities…

This exercise is to help discuss and resolve one resolvable issue. Instructions Take 5 minutes to become familiar with the checklist. Then use the checklist in your discussion. Announce to your partner that this is a repair attempt before making it. You can refer to…

The interview has four parts: Goals Symbols Roles Rituals It involves the exploration of common ground between the partners as well as differences between them. Goals What are your life goals and your meanings? What are your hopes and aspirations, as individuals and together, for…

Every relationship has disagreements. It’s how we handle those disagreements that counts. A bad argument can turn even a little problem into a big one, making it emotionally charged and painful. This is where fair fighting rules come in. Fair fighting rules don’t tell us…