Couples · Rituals
The 3 types of rituals that save couples
Some rituals are vital for couples — to the point that losing them can weaken the relationship. But you still need to know how to recognise them, and how to use them.
- What are the three types of rituals that are beneficial for couples?
- What are the consequences of losing one or more of these types of rituals?
- How can they be used in therapy to support people facing difficulties in their couple?
I answer these three questions in the video below, in French.
How to cite this article
Besse, J. (2022, September 12). The 3 types of rituals that save couples. Complexe Systémique. https://app.complexe-systemique.com/en_GB/articles/the-3-types-of-rituals-that-save-couples
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- Rebuilding trust after infidelity: the 5 behaviours that repairRepair rituals at work: five behaviours that help a couple get back on its feet.
- What to look for in a couple: the founding mythFounding myths and key observation points for understanding how a couple is built.
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