💞 Stronger Together – Relationship Skills for Lasting Partnerships *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

2.21 – Avoiding the Silent Treatment Trap: Silence can heal when it’s for reflection, but it harms when used as punishment. The silent treatment creates emotional distance and confusion. It teaches fear instead of understanding. Avoiding this trap means replacing withdrawal with communication. Even a brief “I need space but I still care” keeps connection alive. Intentional silence is different from emotional avoidance. Choosing communication over cold distance requires courage and maturity. Healthy relationships prefer dialogue, not disappearance. Emotional safety thrives when silence is no longer a weapon but a pause for peace.

About this course

Guidance and strategies to help couples build trust, communicate effectively, and strengthen their partnership for long-term success.

This course includes:
  • Communication and conflict resolution practice activities
  • Trust-building and intimacy exercises
  • Partnership goal-setting templates and tools

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