How To Repair A Broken Relationship

There are few things more stressful than a relationship breakdown. Not every relationship has to fail. There are ways to repair our broken relationships and find our way back to the things that once made us happy.

Let’s take a look at some simple ways you can move in a positive direction.

5 ways to repair your broken relationship:

1. Talk about your problems. Be open and honest. Sometimes, genuine, meaningful discussions can be lost in the chaos of life. If you are having problems connecting with your partner, it may be worth sitting down and discussing them.
   
   
   • Talk openly about where you think the relationship is failing. Hear each other’s side of the story and try not to interrupt each other. Build on each point made and be reasonable and fair.
     
     
   • Try not to simply argue or insult each other. It can be difficult when you feel upset or angry, but try not to be too defensive, as it can cause even more conflict.
     
     
   • Identify what is making you unhappy. Then, use positive reinforcement. Discuss exactly what you want to change and how you want to make that happen. It’s more productive to create an action plan than to simply insult each other.
     

2. Initiate a discussion about compromise. Consider sitting down together and writing a list of reasons you got together in the first place. Create a list highlighting everything you like about your partner and get them to do the same.
   
   
   • From there, identify what it is that bothers you about your partner. Get them to do the same.
     
     
   • Together, make a list of compromises you are willing to make to help support the relationship. By openly discussing your issues, you will feel in control, respected, and listened to.
     

3. Go on a date. Rekindle the magic. In our busy lives, we can all forget why we got together with our partners in the first place. You can change that.
   
   
   • Book a table at your favorite restaurant. Go for an evening stroll together. Go on a date. Spend time in a relaxed environment getting to know each other again and reminding each other what it is you liked about each other.
     
     
   • You could get creative and do something spontaneous on your date. Perhaps go to a theme park, a wildlife park, or go on a short break. Be wild and creative! It may ignite passion into your tired relationship.
     

4. Consider external sources of conflict. Friends and family can be a valuable source of advice and company, and they can shape our lives. There are sometimes issues, however. Perhaps you have challenging in-laws or friends who don’t like your partner. If this is the case, tensions can boil over.
   
   
   • Put some work into these relationships too. Sit down with the people potentially contributing to conflict in your relationship. Air out grievances and find common ground. It’ll take the strain off your relationship and make you feel less stressed!
     

5. Don’t be afraid to work on yourself. Think about how you behave in your relationship. What kind of person are you becoming?
   
   
   • We all need to take time for self-reflection. Consider how you treat your partner in your relationship. Are you compromising? Are you being fair? Can you tell yourself you’re being the best version of yourself?
     

Relationships take work but don’t throw yours away because there are cracks in it. Remember, cracks can be fixed. If something is worth saving, take time to nurture it and repair it. Work together to find a solution and, most importantly, learn to compromise with each other.