“A strong relationship is one where we choose to love our partner, even when it seems hard to like them.”  When both partners are willing to embrace humility and put in the work to build emotional vulnerability and closeness, the end result can be life changing.  Having a companion in life is a great gift, but it is not always easy to remember this truth in the midst of daily demands.  Children add stress, work adds stress, and extended family pressures and cultural and/ or religious differences can also be sources of stress in a relationship.  The good news is that when we have safety in our primary relationship, we have a built in support system to tackle these challenges.  Let’s work together to explore attachment styles, repair past hurts, and cultivate a future where you and your partner can thrive together.