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Why Couples Fight: Unpacking the Real Issues Beneath Arguments
Every couple fights—even the healthiest, happiest couples in the world argue over seemingly silly things like dishes, money, and whose turn it is to walk the dog. Disagreements are simply part of being in a relationship.
Are You Really Listening? Communication Skills Every Couple Needs
Every couple argues, misreads each other, or talks past one another at times. However, the problem often isn’t what you’re saying, it’s whether you’re really listening.
Why Physical Intimacy Declines—And How to Reconnect
Physical intimacy isn’t the most important aspect of a relationship, but it’s certainly one of them. So, when it starts to decline, it can feel like you and your partner are on rocky ground—even if you’re not sure why.
Attachment Styles in Relationships: How They Shape Love and Conflict
We all have different attachment styles, formed from a very early age. Ideally, everyone would live with a secure attachment. That typically means you had parents or caregivers who met your needs and provided a sense of comfort and stability.
Money Fights: How to Talk About Finances Without Blowing Up
Money and finances have long been a topic of contention for far too many couples. Maybe you like to save and your partner likes to spend. Maybe you argue about what you should spend your money on.
Emotional Disconnection: What It Looks Like and How to Reconnect
Life is all about connection. As human beings, we crave connection and closeness with others.
Micro-Cheating: What It Is and Why It Matters
In relationships, the lines between innocent behavior and betrayal can sometimes blur. Why? Because everyone has different views on cheating.
Fighting Fair: How to Argue Without Damaging Your Relationship
Conflict in relationships is inevitable—differences in opinions, needs, and expectations will eventually surface, even in the healthiest partnerships. But it's not the presence of arguments that determine the success of a relationship; it's how those arguments are handled.
Why You're Not Really Hearing Each Other: Communication Breakdowns in Relationships
Do you ever feel like no matter how much you talk to your partner, you never feel as though they're hearing you? You may be having the same argument over and over again.
Handling Relationship Jealousy: A Guide for Couples
Fearful that your partner may be having eyes for someone else? Fear not—this is normal! It may sound strange, but jealousy is a natural emotion to experience in relationships.
Healing from Infidelity: The Role of Forgiveness for Relationship Growth
Infidelity is one of the most painful breaches of trust a couple can experience. Discovering a partner's betrayal can feel like your entire world has spun upside-down.
The Benefits of Relationship Check-ins: How to Stay on the Same Page
In the whirlwind of life, it's easy to drift through on autopilot. Busy schedules, daily responsibilities, and ever-changing life circumstances can keep us preoccupied for days, weeks, and months at a time.
The Importance of Emotional Intimacy in Long-Term Relationships
What makes long-term relationships strong? Is it attraction? Shared values? Communication? While all of these are excellent guesses, there is one element that is often overlooked, but deeply essential—emotional intimacy.
Understanding the Root Causes of Infidelity in Relationships
Infidelity is a devastating betrayal, shaking the very foundation of trust and commitment that was built in the relationship. But beneath the surface of an affair is a complex web of unmet needs, emotional disconnect, and unresolved conflicts.
How to Know When It's Time for Couples Therapy
In long-term relationships, it's normal to experience periods of disconnect or emotional strain. Sometimes we just feel off from one another, and it can feel overwhelming to try to get back on the same path.
Navigating Life Changes Together: Seeking Couples Counseling Through Major Transitions
Life is full of changes—from career opportunities and parenthood to relocation and retirement. These changes are exciting! But they also bring doubt and uncertainty, and can challenge our relationships.
Infidelity in the Digital Age: How Technology Impacts Modern Affairs
Technology has revolutionized the way we connect, communicate, and interact with others. However, it has also reshaped the outlook of infidelity.
How to Handle Parenthood While Prioritizing Your Marriage
Sleepless nights, endless diaper changes, school runs—yes, these are the joyous responsibilities of parenthood! While we know that parenting is no easy task, it's a skill that naturally builds over time.
How to Keep the Spark Alive: 6 Relationship Tips for Long-Term Couples
Being in love with someone is such a beautiful thing, especially if that love has lasted for years! With love, however, comes challenges. The excitement and passion of the early days of romance often fades into stability.
Making Time for Each Other: How Busy Couples Can Stay Connected
In today's fast-paced world, maintaining a strong relationship can feel challenging—especially for couples juggling careers, parenting, social commitments, and personal responsibilities.