Trauma can quietly shape how we connect, trust, and communicate in our relationships. Whether it shows up as emotional distance, fear of abandonment, or intense reactions to conflict, the effects are real—but so is the possibility of healing. In this post, we explore how trauma impacts relationships and what you can do to begin repairing and reconnecting—with yourself and with others.

Is conflict leaving you feeling distant from your partner?
In this post, we explore Gottman’s Four Horsemen—criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling—and how these common patterns can quietly erode connection in a relationship. The good news? Each one has a clear path toward healing. Learn how to spot the signs, shift the cycle, and start communicating with more care and intention.

Read the full post to begin replacing conflict with connection.