Healthy communication isn’t about perfect words, it’s about simple habits you can repeat. These five skills work across ages and stages, and parents can model and coach them in everyday moments.

Relationships don’t fail overnight. They fray, slowly, through stress, miscommunication, and the push–pull of daily life. Most couples wait longer than they need to before reaching out for help, often because they feel they “should” be able to fix things on their own. If you’re wondering whether it’s time for couples counselling, that curiosity is already a meaningful first step.