Conflict is inevitable and a normal part of marriage. But don’t assume that every spat or disagreement means your love story is spiraling toward its final chapter. If you implement the right conflict resolution strategies in marriage, you can turn disagreements into opportunities for deeper understanding and a stronger relationship. Here at The Relationship Place, we follow the ways of  Dr. John Gottman, a world-renowned psychologist and relationship expert, know for his studies about divorce

Remember those first flutters of romance, the exhilaration of a new connection, and the allure of the unknown? Imagine if you could amplify that, but this time by exploring consensual non-monogamy (CNM). Picture the rich tapestry of emotions, experiences, and connections that await. But like any grand adventure, it isn’t without its pitfalls. While the path of CNM promises diversity and personal evolution, it also winds through dense forests of jealousy, ticking clocks, and the

In every relationship, there’s a dance of give and take. But what happens when you’re always the one bending over backward, constantly looking for ways to keep the peace and make your partner happy? As your eyes flit across these words, perhaps you recognize that niggling sensation that you’re continuously extinguishing your own needs to prioritize another’s. People pleasers in relationships might feel like they are showing the ultimate act of love, the golden ticket

Imagine you’re talking with your partner after a long day, your thoughts tumbling out, raw and unfiltered, and your heart earnestly trying to make itself heard. But rather than feeling understood and cherished, you see them absent-mindedly checking their phones, and their responses are mere grunts. These situations are all too common in relationships, underscoring the importance of an often-underappreciated skill: active listening. Active listening in relationships is more than just hearing your partner’s words.

When your relationship hits a rough patch, it could be a sign that your leisure time is off. A recent study by Kiersten Dobson and Brian Ogolsky suggests that shared leisure activities, or simply “leisure time” is a great predictor of relationship wellbeing. In short: the more wisely a couple spends their leisure time, the happier they will be. But what does couple leisure time mean? And are you and your partner doing it right? In