How To Fix A Broken Relationship

When two people are in a relationship, it’s not always perfect - there will be good times and there will be bad times. You may have disagreements and you may even argue. But that’s okay, because relationships are all about compromise. What’s not okay is when your relationship starts to fall apart and you don’t know how to fix it.

If you’re struggling in your relationship and you want to learn how to fix it, then keep reading. In this blog post, we’ll give you some tips on how to get your relationship back on track.

1. Talk to your partner

The first step is to talk to your partner about what’s going on. It’s important that you communicate with each other so that you can both understand what the problem is and figure out a solution together. If you bottle things up, it will only make the situation worse -so be open and honest with your partner about how you’re feeling and what you think is wrong.

2. Listen to your partner

Just as it’s important for you to express how you feel, it’s also important for you to listen to your partner. They may have a different perspective on the situation or they may see things that you don’t see. By listening to them, you can gain a better understanding of the problem and find a solution that works for both of you. 

3. Compromise

Once you’ve talked about the problem and listened to each other, it’s time to start working on a solution. This will require some compromise from both of you. If one person is always giving in, then that’s not going to work long-term. You need to find a middle ground that makes both of you happy. 

4. Be patient

Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither are relationships. If your relationship is struggling, it’s going to take some time and effort to get it back on track, but it will be worth it in the end if you stick with it. So be patient and keep working at it until things start getting better again. 

Seek couples counselling

If your relationship is struggling, don’t despair - there are ways to fix it. By following the tips outlined above, you can get your relationship back on track in no time. If you feel that you and your partner would benefit from couples therapy, Your Psychologist in Elsternwick can help.

We specialise in a wide range of schema therapy modalities, from relationship therapy and co-dependency counselling, to intimacy problems, anxiety/depression and other negative thought patterns. Get in touch to arrange a one-on-one consultation today.