Relationship issues
Relationships are essential for our emotional well-being. Strong and healthy relationships can improve our mental and physical health. It is normal to experience conflicts in a close or long-term relationship however if the arguments, miscommunication or lack of intimacy continues for an extended period, it can damage our relationship
Warning signs of relationship breakdown
- Lack of shared interest.
- Increased arguments and conflicts.
- Lack of intimacy between partners.
- Increased arguments around parenting
- One of you has an addiction issue that might be affecting the relationship.
Good relationship includes
- Respect, honesty and trust
- Love and commitment
- Shared dreams and hopes around the future.
- Mutual emotional support and intimacy.
Ways to improve your relationship
- Open communication : be open to your partner’s point of view.
- Respect : being respectful despite having a conflict with your partner.
- Stress management : focus on keeping your stress levels down and encourage your partner to engage in pleasurable activities.
- Develop a shared meaning in your relationship.
- Celebrate small or big milestones in your relationship.
- Keep your playfulness, humour and curiosity alive in your relationship.
At Mind Psychology, we can support you by engaging in one-to-one counselling sessions to focus on overcoming your personal issues that might be impacting your relationship such as anger issues or poor communication skills
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