It’s the ultimate superpower
When we ask couples in recovery what their biggest goal is for the relationship, the answer usually describes some form of emotional intimacy.
When we explore further, couples say: “The freedom to tell my partner how I think...
Recovering from Infidelity
Infidelity in any relationship is a complex and highly individual, traumatic event to dissect and heal from.
The definition of what constitutes infidelity is complicated.
Esther Perel in her bestselling book, The State of Affairs, writes that infidelity includes one or more of...
Couples in recovery have some unique characteristics, which can make communication about everything from the mundane to the most serious topics especially difficult.
A common issue we hear from couples is...
For individuals in recovery, spirituality is an important personal practice. For couples in recovery, how can spirituality play a part in the relationship? Is there a spiritual path couples can walk together?
Here are some thoughts from our research and experience as a couple in...
Welcome back to Couples in Recovery! For this issue we’re going to define the difference between co-dependency and interdependency because ultimately, we all want our relationships to evolve into a healthy, interdependent relationship. The terms can be confusing so let’s start by defining them,...
