Whether it’s neglect or other unresolved issues, these early experiences often manifest in difficulties forming healthy bonds later in life. While everyone has valid needs, what happens when they’re not addressed during our crucial developmental years? Here is an explanation of how the complex interplay between past and present might affect our adult lives.

Safe base and secure attachment can still be created long after childhood, but it takes deep intentionality and safe relationships with healthy others. Many people report that they are able to heal attachment wounds through healthy romantic relationships with the help of couples therapy.

These four communication habits can predict trouble if they are left unchecked to run rampant in your relationship. Not only will we identify these four warning signs, but we will also provide an antidote. Let’s learn a little bit more about each one.

Shutting down emotionally puts up walls between you and your partner. If both of you are unable to fully express yourselves, your relationship will always rest on unstable ground. Here are some tips to help you get comfortable opening up to your partner.

How many times have you asked your partner what’s wrong and they respond with, “nothing, it’s fine”? But is it fine? And why is that a catch-all for problems going unresolved? Do you long for more than just surface level responses and catty comments from your spouse? Do you want to dig in deeper and learn how to have a healthier relationship? Then stay tuned!