Every couple has problems.
Yet many people believe that problems in a relationship are a sign something is wrong, or even a signal the relationship itself is broken. That belief is not only false, it’s a problem in itself.
Because the truth is this: every couple will face challenges.
The difference is not whether you have problems. It’s how you handle them.
When couples talk about their issues, they often find themselves going round in circles. The same conversations, the same fights, the same stuck places. No resolution. No shared page. And over time, frustration builds.
Why does this happen?
Because it isn’t the problem that’s the problem, it’s what happens after the problem.
Here’s what I mean:
- Couples who manage problems well resolve them, repair quickly, and move forward.
- Couples who manage problems badly allow resentments to stack, one on top of the other, until the smallest friction feels unbearable.
Left unchecked, these stacked resentments grow so large that even being in each other’s presence feels heavy. The air thickens with tension. Everything becomes a fight, even when it shouldn’t be.
That’s why the real key to a successful marriage isn’t found in the good times. Anyone can enjoy love when things are smooth.
The true test comes when problems strike.
How emotionally strong are you when the challenges arrive?
Because in the end, great relationships aren’t built on the absence of problems. They’re built on the presence of resilience, emotional leadership, and the ability to protect love even when life is difficult.
The question isn’t whether you’ll face problems, because you will.
The question is: what type of couple are you when they come?
Problems don’t destroy relationships, poorly managed problems do.
And the longer you leave them, the heavier they become.
The good news? Change that’s needed doesn’t have to take years. It starts the moment you decide to stop repeating the same circles and learn a new way forward.
If that’s you, I’ve built something that will help apply here and I’ll personally share what’s possible for your situation.
Harley Street Expert | Founder & High Performance Coach
With two decades of experience helping couples out of crisis, Stephen the founder of The Marriage Breakthrough Program, uses his proven system for rescuing and rebuilding relationships on the edge of divorce. A trusted advisor to CEOs, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders globally, his work blends emotional intelligence with strategic clarity. Known for navigating highly complex relationship challenges, Stephen helps individuals and couples find clarity and direction when everything is at stake.
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