Several therapy approaches have been designed for couples in particular, such as Imago Relationship Therapy, but any type of therapy can help with relationship issues. In fact, many people address their relationship problems through individual therapy, and then they apply that learning in context with their partners.
Here are some of the general ways to solve most relationship problems:
Communicating – Talk about the problems you are facing one on one with your partner. Voice your opinion. Communicate more in general. Let your partner know how you feel.
Trusting One Another – Believe in one another and have some faith in the relationship. A relationship has to have trust in order to thrive.
Compromising – Sometimes you can’t always get what you want or have things go the way you would like it to go. Sometimes you will find that you have to make compromises in order for the relationship to move forward.
Staying Positive – Even if things are going too well, try to look on the bright side of things. Remember what made you fall in love with your partner. Think about the happy times. Have a positive outlook on things.
And remember : the first and most important principle in resolving conflict in relationships, especially in marriage, is to love one another as Christ has loved us.
