Money is a major source of conflict in many relationships. Disagreements and awkwardness can become even more intense when you make significantly more or less than your partner. The situation is becoming more common in the aftermath of the pandemic. While some recessions spread their losses around equally, COVID-19 widened the gap between rich and poor. How can you keep … [Read more...] about Modern Rules for Handling Income Inequality in Your Relationships
Conflict
How to Prevent Stonewalling in Your Relationship
Have you ever been in an argument with your partner that just keeps getting more and more intense? Everything said seems like the same thing over and over again. And then the argument escalates to the point where one partner completely withdraws, pushing the other way. It’s like a stone wall was built to solve the problem. Yet you’re both left feeling alone or … [Read more...] about How to Prevent Stonewalling in Your Relationship
How Do You Know That You’ve Met “The One”?
We’re all pretty certain when we’ve met someone who isn't “the one”. But, what if you think that maybe you’ve met the One you’ve been looking for all these years? There’s no way to be 100% certain, but there are several clues you can look for. We’ve all thought that we’ve met the partner of our dreams, only to realize later that we were 100% wrong. This article can help you … [Read more...] about How Do You Know That You’ve Met “The One”?
5 Beneficial Ways to Deal with Conflict in a Relationship
Do you ever feel like your partner misunderstands you? Do you feel unheard in your relationship? You might think about how incredible it felt at the beginning of your relationship. Didn’t it start because you and your partner lifted each other up to come closer together? Then why, when you argue, does it feel like you’re miles apart? The truth is conflict in our … [Read more...] about 5 Beneficial Ways to Deal with Conflict in a Relationship
How to Deal with Conflict
If you have a short temper, dealing with conflict graciously can be a daunting challenge. The way you treat people affects your friendships, romantic relationships, career contacts, and even job security. To deal with conflict gracefully, be willing to accept change. Follow these tips the next time you face confrontation: 1. Step out of your own shoes. Analyze the … [Read more...] about How to Deal with Conflict