Relationships with emotionally unavailable partners can be extremely draining and unhealthy in the long run. Their emotional distance—and its signs absence, criticism, anger—may cause you to feel terribly withdrawn, isolated, rejected, and unimportant. Here’s what emotional unavailability signals in your relationship.
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February 2020
How to Deal with an Emotionally Distant Spouse
Many of us have unfortunately experienced the uncomfortable fizzling out of a relationship. Dates where neither of you know what to say anymore, anniversaries that are simply a date on a calendar. But sometimes, the problem is more than simply a marriage losing its spark. Sometimes, one of you genuinely tries to connect with your spouse, but they don’t reciprocate your efforts. Sometimes, your partner has simply become emotionally distant, and it’s hurting your marriage. … Continue Reading
How To Maintain Friendships in a Marriage
Many couples find their friendships taking a backseat after marriage. While that’s perfectly normal, it’s still important to maintain them because they have a profound effect on our physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. In fact, according to a study, the effect of friendships on health, happiness, and longevity is even more pronounced than that of family. Here’s how married couples can maintain friendships outside of marriage. Prioritize Your Friends Making your friends a priority instead … Continue Reading
The Importance of Friendships in a Marriage
For many people, the word relationship has become a byword for two people who are romantically and sexually involved with each other. This however, presents a very narrow view of the range of important connections human beings need to sustain healthy lives. Friendships, for instance, are some of the most important relationships you will make in your life. And while it can be easy to neglect your friendships as you deepen your bond with your … Continue Reading