Susan L. Adler, a seasoned couples counselor, provides valuable advice on nurturing relationships. She presents three key tools to foster trust, goodwill, and team spirit, ultimately paving the way for happier and enduring partnerships.
Avoiding blame, embracing responsibility
Blame in relationships rarely leads to desired outcomes.
Instead, acknowledging our mistakes and apologizing for any caused unhappiness is crucial for growth and healing.
This approach helps to eliminate resentment, which can be detrimental to relationships.
Addressing individual unhappiness
Many relationship problems stem from individual unhappiness and stress, not issues within the relationship itself.
Recognizing this can prevent us from blaming the relationship for our personal discontent, leading to a healthier dynamic.
Expressing emotions beyond anger
Expressing emotions such as sadness, hurt, or disappointment, instead of anger, can foster better communication.
This approach can prevent arguments from escalating and pave the way for more constructive conversations.
