One major factor in conflict resolution generally is that there are things that cannot pass for resolution. That is, conflicts cannot be resolved if we engage in those things. So, in marriage, those ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. Most people fear conflict because it feels like a threat to the ...

Conflict in marriage is often treated like a problem to solve or, worse, a landmine to avoid. Many couples believe that a “healthy” relationship means steering clear of arguments or resolving them ...

Are you compatible? A psychologist says a happy marriage isn't about matching personalities, but how you handle your ...

Old couple in the kitchen. It’s a familiar mantra that marriage counselors rely upon in advising their couples — talk about conflicts and try to resolve them, rather than letting suppressed feelings ...

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. My parents recently celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary. They met while traveling through Spain ...