Learn why giving the benefit of the doubt is essential for healthy communication in marriage. Practical strategies from The Couples Communication Handbook to build trust, prevent conflict, and strengthen your relationship.

One of the most common sources of conflict in relationships isn’t betrayal, money, or parenting — it’s something far more subtle: assumptions. Couples constantly trip over each other because of unspoken expectations, invisible rules, and the dangerous belief that a partner “should just know.”   This is what therapists often call mind-reading. Great for a TV special, not so great for a relationship.

Validation doesn’t mean agreeing—it means understanding. Learn how this simple shift in communication can dramatically transform your relationship.

Is fighting in front of your kids always harmful? This blog explores the impact of parental conflicts, offering insights on toxic fights to