Major life changes often challenge relationship satisfaction, with many couples reporting increased conflicts and dissatisfaction. Research indicates that life transitions, such as the birth of a child or career changes, correlate with a dip in relationship quality. However, the issue lies not in the changes but in how couples manage the accompanying stress. Successful couples adopt a 'we' approach, treating transitions as shared journeys, which can lead to enhanced intimacy and problem-solving.
People often misattribute the decline in relationship satisfaction to the changes themselves, neglecting the crucial role couples play in handling stress together.
Couples who approach transitions as a journey together rather than independently see a marked improvement in relationship satisfaction during tough times.
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