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The stress and frustration of constant financial pressure can strain any relationship and push even the closest partners apart. As bills pile up and creditors start to call, couples often take their worries out on each other, causing resentment that can spill out into every area of your life. Fortunately, with the help of a relationship counselor and the tips below, you and your partner can work to rebuild and maintain your bond.

How to Handle Financial Pressure in a Relationship

1. Be Open About Your Finances

It’s during stressful times that you and your partner need each other the most. Too many couples try to avoid discussing financial issues in the hopes of preventing conflict, but those frustrations will eventually come out. As difficult as it may be, have open and honest conversations about your finances, and come up with a plan to deal with them together.

2. Avoid Blaming Each Other

relationship counselorEven when you and your partner aren’t directly to blame for your financial problems, it can be easy to make accusations. Unfortunately, this often fosters resentment that can persist long after the financial storm is ended. A relationship counselor can help you develop tools for processing these negative emotions and developing habits that are healthier in the long run.

3. Commit to Solving Your Issues Together

Working on a budget, deciding on goals, and creating a plan to achieve them together not only increases your chances of success, but it will also bring you and your partner closer together. Instead of straining your relationship, financial pressure can help you meet whatever challenges tomorrow might bring.


 

If money problems are getting between you and your partner, turn to Laurie Burns LCSW-R CGP, an award-winning relationship counselor with over 20 years of experience. At their comfortable office in Rochester, NY, they provide helpful insight that will help you feel like yourselves again. Visit their website to learn how a relationship counselor can help, and call (585) 734-6826 to make your first appointment today.

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