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

9.56 – When It’s Hard to Look Your Partner in the Eye: Eye contact symbolizes vulnerability, and after hurt it can feel unbearable. Avoidance often hides guilt or lingering shame. Reclaiming eye contact requires gradual re-exposure to honesty. Looking into your partner’s eyes without flinching says, “I see you, and I’m here.” It rebuilds authenticity where words fail. This moment of visual connection can reignite empathy faster than dialogue. Taking small steps—brief glances, gentle smiles—restores mutual comfort. The courage to face your partner reflects readiness to move beyond avoidance. In that gaze, both hearts recognize truth and possibility again.

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

Our platform is HIPAA, Medicaid, Medicare, and GDPR-compliant. We protect your data with secure systems, never sell your information, and only collect what is necessary to support your care and wellness. learn more

Allow