It’s no secret that marriage can be complicated. Through the ups and downs of life, It can be difficult to keep up a strong sense of emotional intimacy with your husband or wife. However, feeling emotionally connected to your spouse will keep your relationship strong and healthy over time. Avoiding emotional roadblocks in your relationship can make a big difference in the health of yourself, your partner, and the relationship you’ve created together. Here are some common intimacy pitfalls to watch out for and some ways to avoid them in your life together.
Lack of Communication

Failing to keep strong, consistent communication with your partner is a recipe for disconnect and lack of intimacy with each other. It?s essential that you?re able to be honest about your needs, both physical and emotional, and equally essential that you check in with your partner and encourage them to share theirs, too. Not being open with each other can create not only a barrier between the two of you, but can often plant the seeds for dishonesty and deception, which can lead to major issues in your intimate relationship. It can be extremely difficult to bring up concerns or questions you may have for your partner, but the great thing about open, honest communication is that the more you practice it, the easier it becomes! So start small, begin to be intentional about your communication, and watch you and your husband or wife grow more connected in a myriad of ways. Disconnection After...