For some couples, a trial separation makes sense because they use can use the time to honestly evaluate the relationship, work on themselves, and work on the relationship.
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One of the most common complaints I hear as a relationship therapist is resentment. This is the feeling of strong negative emotion being harbored toward a spouse.
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Criticism is a tough thing to take, no matter who you are. But when your husband is the one dishing it out, it can be especially hard to know how to react.
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Most couples don’t think about having a master plan for their marriage. They should! A marriage without direction does nothing to protect it from the unavoidable challenges that happen in life.
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Quiz: Which TV character best describes the way you fight with your romantic partner?
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Collecting financial documents will help understand what you are legally entitled as well as get a picture of your current standard of living.
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Sometimes when the qualities of a romantic relationship are not met, one or both partners may seek them outside the relationship in an affair. Learn how to protect your marriage from affairs.
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According to John Gottman, Ph.D., a leading expert on predicting divorce, there are four signs that indicate serious problems in a marriage.
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Many marriage therapists prefer to work with both members of a couple, I’ve found that working with just one partner has yielded very positive results. Find out why!
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Relationships are not easy. Recovering from a breakup is not easy. Thankfully, there are many on the market to turn to when you need advice, inspiration, or guidance.
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There is no way to get out of a marriage without informing your spouse you want to end things. It will be an awkward conversation, but if you prepare, it can set the tone for what’s to follow.
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We may only accurately detect a partner’s sacrifice about half the time.
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Studies have found that marital boredom is a problem that causes couples to lose interest in their relationships...
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If you are having relationship problems and wondering if your marriage will stand the test of time, it’s time to do a relationship check!
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Researcher Robert Epstein, Ph.D. believes it is possible to increase your closeness or feelings of love by using scientifically inspired techniques. Here are seven of his love-building exercises to try with your partner.
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If you feel bored in your marriage, chances are you have been lax about doing the necessary things to keep it healthy. This is an easy thing to do. When couples get comfortable, they forget the relationship needs to be maintained.
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If your marriage is not satisfying, it's easy to put the blame on your spouse. Rather than play the role of victim (blaming your spouse for the problems in your marriage), ask yourself this question—what role did you play that contributed to the current state?
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Few people are prepared for what’s coming when they decide to divorce. To make a more successful transition from married to divorced, giving up the fantasy is the first step. Getting down to the nitty gritty mechanics of how to deal with the fallout is hard work, but necessary. Learn how!
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