Relationship Conflicts

Symptoms

Poor communication and relationship conflict are often influenced by a combination of past experiences, emotional regulation skills, stress levels, attachment patterns, and learned coping strategies. When you feel misunderstood, overwhelmed or emotionally unsafe, you may default to defensiveness, withdrawal, or reactivity rather than open dialogue. With increased self-awareness, emotional support and intentional skill-building, communication patterns can become more effective, respectful, and restorative rather than destructive.