Every relationship has its problems. Even the most dedicated couples go through trials and tribulations. The key to a healthy relationship is effective communication. Knowing how to tackle problems when they do arise will allow you and your partner come out on the other side even stronger than you were before.
Here’s a look at four of the most common problems couples experience in their relationship and how to effectively solve them.
Financial Troubles
Finances are the leading source of fights amount married couples; overspending, not saving, and keeping separate bank accounts are just some of the financial woes that plague marriages. In fact, financial stress is actually a leading factor that contributes to divorce. To avoid the stress that financial hardship can put on your relationship, make sure that you and your partner have open dialogues. Talk about your priorities and establish a budget together. By doing so, you can offset serious arguments – and serious financial problems.
Jealousy
Even if you’re in a relationship with an awesome person, you still may experience feelings of jealousy from time to time. In fact, it’s perfectly normal for the Green Eyed Monster to make an appearance when someone is making eyes at your other half, or when your spouse has started working with an attractive co-worker of the opposite sex. But, if you are constantly worrying about your partner and always worry that he or she is cheating on you, then you’re both going to end up being unhappy. Trust your partner – and trust yourself, and consider establishing boundaries (but do make sure those boundaries are reasonable). If you’re in a solid relationship, you shouldn’t have any reason to feel jealous.
Trust Issues
Trust is the foundation of a lasting relationship. If you feel like you can’t trust your partner, then you’re going to hit more rocky roads than smooth ones. For most people, trust issues are the result of past relationships; a previous boyfriend cheated on them, or a past girlfriend left them for another man, for example. Those trust issues can be carried over into new relationships, and they can make things terrible for both parties. If you’re having trust issues, remember that you need to let yourself trust your partner; it may be hard to do, but you have to stop constantly blaming him or her for things that more than likely aren’t happening. If your partner is having issues trusting you, make an effort to gain her or his trust; for example, show up on-time, make phone calls when you say you’re going to, and always be open and honest.
Fertility Problems
Fertility issues can take a toll on every person who struggles with them – as well as the relationship, as a whole. Couples who are having difficulty conceiving often blame the other partner, or fear that their other half is going to leave them because they can’t have children.
If you and your partner have been having difficulty conceiving, know that there are options available to you. Fertility treatments are an option, for example; while IVF cost can be high, there are financing options available that can make the treatments more affordable. If IVF isn’t an option for you, you could always consider adoption; there are millions of children who are looking for their forever home. Adoption not only changes the lives of children; it also changes the lives of the adoptive parents.
Summing It Up
By knowing how to effectively handle the most common relationship problems, you and your partner can successfully overcome the trials and tribulations that are bound to come your way.