Couples
Practical, professional guidance for married and committed couples working through the everyday friction, distance, and repair that come with sharing a life.
What Does Emotional Neglect Actually Look Like in a Marriage?
The Short Answer Emotional neglect in a marriage looks like a consistent, ongoing absence of attention, curiosity, and…
How Do I Stop Comparing My Marriage to Other Couples?
The Short Answer Comparing your marriage to others is difficult to stop entirely, but it becomes much less…
Why Does My Spouse Shut Down Instead of Talking During an Argument?
The Short Answer Shutting down during conflict, often called stonewalling, is usually a nervous system response to feeling…
How Much Should Married Couples Share About Their Past Relationships?
The Short Answer There is no single correct amount of detail every couple should share about past relationships.…
Is It Normal to Fantasize About Being Single Again?
The Short Answer Yes, this is a common experience and it does not automatically mean your marriage is…
Why Does It Feel Like I Am Always the One Trying in This Marriage?
The Short Answer The feeling of being the only one trying usually points to a real imbalance in…
How Do I Know If I Still Love My Spouse?
The Short Answer Not feeling in love the way you did early on does not mean love is…
What Counts as Cheating When Nothing Physical Happened?
The Short Answer Cheating is not limited to physical contact. Most therapists define infidelity by secrecy and emotional…
What Are the Real Signs a Marriage Is in Trouble?
The Short Answer The most reliable signs a marriage is in real trouble are not occasional arguments, differences…
Why Do I Feel So Alone Even Though I Am Married?
The Short Answer Loneliness inside a marriage is usually not about the presence or absence of another person…
Why Did We Stop Feeling Close After Having Kids?
The Short Answer Most couples feel less close after having children, and this shift is overwhelmingly common rather…
Can a Marriage Survive Infidelity and Actually Get Stronger?
The Short Answer Yes: a meaningful number of marriages not only survive infidelity but become more honest, more…