It's not uncommon for couples to have an argument on their honeymoon, according to New York-based relationship expert Dr. Jane Greer. This doesn't necessarily mean that your marriage is doomed, it just means that you're a normal couple. Most couples experience the Power Struggle between two months and two years after the wedding.
My husband and I had a difficult honeymoon, and I later realized that there was more to it than just geography. After our honeymoon, our marriage started to unravel. If you tell people that you're not happy after your honeymoon, they may say it's just the minimum that follows the maximum. But research has found that honeymoon couples who argue are more likely to have a stormy long-term marriage compared to newlyweds who hit it off.
So what are some of the common fights couples have after the honeymoon period ends? Here are 10 of the most common disputes, and suggestions on how to resolve them:
- Household Chores: One of the most common issues couples face is how to divide up household chores. It's important to discuss this issue before it becomes a problem, and come up with a plan that works for both of you.
- Money: Money is another common source of conflict in relationships. It's important to talk openly about your financial goals and expectations, and come up with a budget that works for both of you.
- In-Laws: In-laws can be a source of tension in any relationship. It's important to set boundaries with your in-laws, and make sure that both of you are comfortable with the amount of time you spend with them.
- Sex: Sex can be a tricky subject for couples, especially if one partner has a higher sex drive than the other.
It's important to talk openly about your needs and desires, and come up with a plan that works for both of you.
- Children: Deciding when and if to have children is an important decision for any couple. It's important to talk openly about your expectations and come up with a plan that works for both of you.
- Career Goals: Career goals can be a source of tension in any relationship. It's important to talk openly about your career goals and expectations, and come up with a plan that works for both of you.
- Time Management: Time management can be an issue in any relationship. It's important to talk openly about how you want to spend your time, and come up with a plan that works for both of you.
- Communication: Communication is key in any relationship.
It's important to talk openly about your feelings and expectations, and come up with a plan that works for both of you.
- Trust: Trust is essential in any relationship. It's important to talk openly about your trust issues, and come up with a plan that works for both of you.
- Jealousy: Jealousy can be an issue in any relationship. It's important to talk openly about your feelings of jealousy, and come up with a plan that works for both of you.
