Emotions. Young African descent woman and man stand with backs to each other after an arguement. They are distraught after a fight. She is crying from despair and is sad and upset. Man looks away with arms crossed in background. Outdoors in winter season. Head and shoulders.

Many of our homes have quietly descended into a state where meaningful communication between spouses has ceased, despite living under the same roof. Conversations are reduced to perfunctory exchanges like “Hello,” “Good morning,” and “Your meal is ready.” And then, silence.

Close up of young woman who is distraught after an argument with her husband or boyfriend. She is about to cry from despair. Man in background.

Why has this happened? The reasons are often elusive. It could be due to shaky foundations from the start, the natural drift of growing apart, the accumulation of minor arguments, distractions from social engagements, or countless other factors. One thing, however, remains evident: both partners are growing weary, perhaps even exhausted from trying to mend the rift.

But pause for a moment—do you truly understand why the meaningful conversations stopped? Many think they do, but often, they don’t. This misunderstanding leads to misguided solutions, akin to trying to fit a square peg into a round hole. You cannot properly address this issue without identifying its root cause.

Unfortunately, the reasons for this breakdown in communication vary greatly from couple to couple, making it impossible to apply a one-size-fits-all remedy. The crucial first step is to determine the specific cause of the disconnect in your relationship. Getting this wrong means getting everything wrong.

If you haven’t yet pinpointed the reason, consider reaching out to me for guidance. Understanding the true cause is the key to resolving the issue.

May our homes find healing and restoration.