Thrive Health Service Blog

Conflict in a relationship doesn’t mean something is broken for the couple; it often means something important is trying to surface. In healthy partnerships, conflict is not the adversary, but dysregulation, disconnection, avoidance, and unresolved emotional agony are. The way couples recognize, approach, and work through conflict often determines whether their bond grows stronger or begins to progressively erode.

Intimacy is the heartbeat of a thriving relationship, yet many couples struggle to define it beyond physical closeness. Intimacy is complex and multifaceted, woven through every conversation, gesture, and shared life experience.

Rumination is a common cognitive process with significant consequences for mental health, emotional resilience, and decision-making capacity. This isn't just thinking; it's a relentless cycle of repetitive thoughts, often negative, that can silently destabilize our emotions and sabotage our ability to make sound life decisions.  

Kindness Toward “Ourselves” Cultivates Greater Resilience and Lasting Wellness