ABSTRACT

Now we would like to share with you the stories of a few couples who have sought our assistance for their relationship difficulties. We have changed a number of details to protect their identities, but have retained key points of their day-to-day problems. We have also included some details of their attachment histories to illustrate how their earlier life experiences played a part in influencing how they felt and interacted in their close relationships as adults. Self-awareness, commitment and willingness to risk something new helped these couples to restructure their relationship. As you will read, they changed the music and the steps of their relationship dance, with very satisfying results. We hope that these stories of change will encourage and inspire you to work for change in your relationship.