Relationship Advice That Actually Helps You Communicate Better

Practical, therapist-approved relationship advice to help you communicate with less defensiveness and more connection. These articles are for couples and individuals who want to feel safer, closer, and more understood—without blaming, exploding, or shutting down. Use these to learn how to show up as the partner you want to be in your relationships.

5 apology scripts to quickly turn things around Nov 28, 2024

Dear friend,

We've all been there—something slips out of our mouth so quickly that we immediately wish we could take it back. But the damage is already done. Here's th

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How to go from passive to assertive communication Nov 08, 2024

Hey friend,

Are you a passive communicator disguising yourself as an altruist? Do you pride yourself on keeping the peace and frequently saying yes when, in reality, you're reaching burnout fast? Le...

Are you addicted to fighting? Nov 08, 2024

Hey friend,

I'm going to ask you a question that might surprise you: are you addicted to the high that you get from fighting with your partner? Does the rush of dopamine ...

How to tell your partner you miss them Nov 08, 2024

Dear friend,

This week I found myself missing my husband. I don't need to list all the reasons it's been hard to connect in today's world and this phase of life, you ge

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4 Keys to Healthy Communication Nov 08, 2024

Dear friend,

Just wanted to share some exciting news – Sean and I recently celebrated our 9th wedding anniversary! It's been an incredible journey filled with laughter, a

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Strengthen your relationship in 3 simple steps Nov 08, 2024

Dear friend,

Let's face it: life gets busy, routines settle in, and sometimes the spark in our relationships needs a little TLC. Luckily, you don't need a fancy getaway or expensive gifts to reig...

When your partner makes it all about them, try this... Nov 08, 2024

Dear friend,

You've worked up the guts to tell your partner how you're really feeling. All you need is a little support and reassurance that they do care. But somehow, five minutes into the conve...

When ONE fight derails you completely Nov 08, 2024

Dear friend,

Everything with your partner is going well…you feel like you've made relationship progress, you've been keeping your commitments, and then you get in one ...

How to talk about sexual desire differences Nov 08, 2024

Dear friend,

Let's talk about sex! Managing desire discrepancies in a relationship can feel incredibly challenging. It's vulnerable to want more or less sex than your ...

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