Many couples are surprised by what hurts the most in their relationship. It’s often not the big fights or dramatic disagreements that linger—it’s the small moments. The unanswered text. The distracted “uh-huh.” The way your partner turns away when you try to share something about...
It can feel confusing, even painful, to miss someone who is right there in your life. You share a home, a schedule, maybe children and responsibilities. You see each other every day, talk about what needs to get done, coordinate logistics, move through life side...
Many couples find themselves saying the same thing when they begin to wonder what’s wrong in their relationship: “We don’t really fight,” “There’s no major problem,” or “On paper, things are fine.” And yet, something feels off. There’s a quiet distance that’s hard to put...
Most people think strong relationships are built on communication skills, shared values, or compatibility. While those things matter, they rest on a deeper foundation that is often overlooked: emotional safety. At its core, emotional safety is the sense that you can be vulnerable, express your...