Many of our closest relationships get trapped in painful patterns where one person constantly gives, and the other pulls away. This dynamic may come from codependency and the attachment styles we've learned.
Learning how to talk to your partner about problems is one of the most important skills for a healthy relationship. Many couples wait until issues become major conflicts before addressing them.
Small patterns, like saying "I'm sorry" before your partner even speaks, are among the clearest signs of codependency. These patterns can sneak into a relationship without either partner noticing.
