Feeling Stuck in Your Relationship Despite Your Efforts?

"Working hard to make things better is obviously a primary goal, but often the 'working' leads to being too cautious. Yes, you are better at putting the brakes on arguments or biting your tongues to stop the snips and snaps that used to make their emotional climate hellish-high fives all around. But while you each are on your best behavior-more sensitive and emotionally responsible-you're often, unfortunately, not fully honest."

"If you've been doing the right things but it's still not working, there may be one or more underlying problems sabotaging your efforts. Here are the five common culprits: You're walking on eggshells."

Many couples work diligently to enhance their relationships by increasing affection and reducing arguments. However, this cautious approach can lead to a lack of honesty, resulting in feelings of stagnation. Underlying needs and visions must be addressed, and problems should be solved rather than ignored. Couples may feel frustrated when their efforts do not yield the desired emotional connection, indicating that deeper issues may be sabotaging their progress.

Read at Psychology Today