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4 Signs You Know How to Handle a Difficult Relationship, According to a Therapist

A therapist says emotional regulation, self-awareness and knowing your values can help you navigate difficult relationships.

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Most of us know that dating isn’t easy—especially not today. Even in the most loving of relationships, lifestyle incompatibilities, contrasting timelines, or differences in morals and values can quickly spiral into uncertainty. No relationship is completely protected from external influences or internal pressures, but some individuals are better equipped for relationship challenges than others. 

Are you looking to improve your resilience in dating? Here are four traits of someone who navigates difficult relationships with confidence, compassion, and ease.

1. They Can Tune Into Their Nervous System

While emotional regulation is important in relationships, it’s perhaps even more important to notice and admit when you’re not in an emotionally regulated state. We are only human, and we’re bound to get set off from time to time. Understanding the........

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