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

2.59 – Understanding Communication Shutdown: Communication shutdown happens when emotional overload makes someone go silent. It’s the body’s attempt to protect from more stress. Recognizing it early helps avoid deeper disconnection. When your partner withdraws, patience and reassurance are essential. Pushing for answers too soon can backfire. Gentle presence and emotional validation reopen safety. Understanding shutdown means seeing silence as fear, not defiance. Once calm returns, conversation can resume with new sensitivity. Love remains intact when space is respected and understanding leads.

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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