Have you noticed that arguments with your partner often blow up before getting resolved? Do disagreements easily pass the point of no return? Do you sometimes both say things you’ll regret later before one of you storms out? Are issues only ironed out after an apology? Many couples bring this destructive pattern of conflict to… Read more »
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10 tips for a happy relationship
1. Talk constructively How you say things is as important as what you’re saying. If you and your partner are having a disagreement, don’t just attack them or go all-out criticising. Why not try using ‘I’ statements? By saying ‘I feel’ rather than ‘You always…’ you’re taking responsibility for your emotions and your partner won’t… Read more »
Me and my partner have really different attitudes towards parenting
It can be really worrying when you and your partner have different attitudes towards parenting. We often imagine that the person who’s right for us will have similar opinions on big stuff like this, so if they don’t it can feel like a bad sign. Ideas about parenting in particular can be a surprise as… Read more »
Why is sex so important?
Our sex lives can be wonderfully reassuring when they go well, but we all have times when we don’t feel so close to our partner and sex isn’t working the way we’d like it to. That’s why we’ve published The Relate Guide to Sex and Intimacy with Vermillion. The book aims aims to help people… Read more »
Everything my partner does irritates me
Finding everything your partner does irritating can be stressful, worrying and frustrating. It can make you feel like your relationship is a burden instead of a positive thing in your life. Once you get to the point where you no can no longer enjoy your partner’s company, solving any existing relationship issues becomes much more… Read more »