Almost every couple attending relationship counselling reports some level of communication breakdown. This may be happening all the time or it may be specific to a certain topic such as sex, money, kids, in-laws etc. It is very common for couples to get ‘stuck’ over certain issues – or, indeed, at particular stages of their relationship where they feel they just can’t get through to each other effectively. This often happens when strong emotions arise and partners can become what is known as ‘flooded’ by emotion. This describes a common situation where a person may not be able to think … Continue reading Communication breakdown