{"id":2348,"date":"2018-06-21T07:57:21","date_gmt":"2018-06-21T07:57:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/svmarriagecoun.wpengine.com\/?p=2348"},"modified":"2018-06-23T07:58:57","modified_gmt":"2018-06-23T07:58:57","slug":"getting-through-the-hard-times-five-things-couples-can-do-to-give-each-other-peace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-staginglink3.com\/aziza-client-site\/getting-through-the-hard-times-five-things-couples-can-do-to-give-each-other-peace\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting Through the Hard Times \u2013 Five Things Couples Can Do to Give Each Other Peace"},"content":{"rendered":"

Being in a relationship is hard work. Having spent all our lives being told to live independently, it often comes as a shock to many when they realize that now; we\u2019ll have to think about someone else as passionately as we think about ourselves.<\/p>\n

And because we aren\u2019t told how<\/em> to balance this attention, we end up making mistakes. And that causes problems. This is why it\u2019s important that we learn how to support one another, and give each other peace, so we can encourage our relationship and keep it healthy.<\/p>\n

5 Things to do to encourage a Healthy Relationship<\/h2>\n

1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Understand that Your Relationship is Your Priority<\/h3>\n

Your relationship with your partner isn\u2019t going to maintain itself. Neither should you expect your partner to put in the hard work while you contribute nothing. People struggle in a relationship when one or both people do not give it the priority it needs. You must accept the truth that while your life is moving at a fast pace, and that you have other priorities, your relationship is a priority as well. Do not treat it as an afterthought.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Do Not Stonewall<\/h3>\n

Stonewalling is the inability to communicate or cooperate. Just because you don\u2019t want to speak about a certain situation, it won\u2019t make it go away. Stonewalling is a tactic used as a power move, so as to break down the opposition\u2019s patience. However, when you stonewall, you actually show your own maturity. A relationship isn\u2019t a \u2018me versus you\u2019<\/em> situation. You\u2019re both in this together and there should be no<\/u> power struggle.<\/p>\n

3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Learn to Be Fully Present<\/h3>\n

Know the difference between hearing and listening? Listening involves you actually showing an interest in what you\u2019re hearing. When conversing with your partner, you need to be fully present in body and mind. You can\u2019t expect them to be happy if your attention is diverted from the conversation because you got a text message. Show them that you actually value their presence and the conversation.<\/p>\n

4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Learn to Share<\/h3>\n

Emotional support is a major component in any relationship. However, if you\u2019re not offering or receiving that emotional support, there\u2019s a problem. If your partner does not know how to share, ask them and be patient with their response. If you don\u2019t know how to share, understand that as your partner, the person with you wants<\/em> to know about your life and your day, even if they\u2019re simple details. Talk to them.<\/p>\n

5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Don\u2019t be Afraid to Daydream<\/h3>\n

You\u2019re both building your lives together, with each other. Be positive and think about future possibilities. Talk about your hopes and dreams and your little plans and ideas, no matter how far-fetched. You\u2019ll feel a lot closer to them when you understand that this is exactly what you\u2019re meant to do in a relationship – plan your future together!<\/p>\n

Strengthen Your Relationship<\/h2>\n

As a leading therapist in Palo Alto, Azizeh E. Rezaiyan<\/a> from Silicon Valley Marriage Counseling offers her counseling for all couples who need to speak about their issues.<\/p>\n

With so many couples dealing with relationship problems \u2013 along with personal problems such as depression and anxiety \u2013 the best thing one can do is find someone who will give them a solution.<\/p>\n

If you are a couple in need of help, contact Silicon Valley Marriage Counseling<\/a> and set an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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