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

6.40 – Identifying Shared vs. Separate Stress: Couples often assume all stress is mutual, but learning to distinguish between shared and individual burdens prevents overload. Shared stress—like financial strain or family issues—requires teamwork; separate stress—such as workplace tension—demands empathy without absorption. Recognizing this boundary allows couples to support each other without internalizing the other’s pressure. Regular check-ins about what feels shared versus personal promote clarity. This awareness keeps compassion high while protecting emotional balance. Over time, partners who manage this distinction maintain healthier communication and less burnout. They learn that love means carrying one another’s hearts, not every single worry.

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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