Relationship Challenges

How to Keep Your Relationship Going Strong When Life Throws Challenges Your Way

Relationship Challenges
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Article by: Life and Career Coach Julie Morris of JulieMorris.org

Adjusting to a sudden life change can put you under a lot of personal stress, but it can also add strain to your relationship or marriage. It’s common for couples to have trouble finding a new norm when life abruptly changes due to something like financial strain or global issues.

Facing uncertainty about the future can sometimes put so much stress on a relationship that it feels impossible to find common ground and work through things together. When life gets disrupted, however, it takes a lot more effort to help your relationship weather the storm and come out better on the other side.

Self-Help Resources For Strengthening Your Relationship

When couples notice trouble in their relationship, they usually try to fix things on their own to see what works and what doesn’t. There are many creative ways to take a self-help approach to improving your relationship.

 

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How To Get Professional Help With Your Relationship

Despite your best efforts, there may be things you can’t work through yourselves. Keep in mind that seeking help from a professional is not a sign of failure; instead, it means you take your relationship seriously enough to try saving it. 

 

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It’s normal for couples to grow and change together, but you will need to find ways to adjust to a new normal when things change outside of your control. Whether you work on your relationship yourself or seek help from a counselor, the most important thing is to put a conscious effort towards strengthening your bond. 

 

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