Meghna Mahambrey

We know the quality of our intimate relationships determines the quality of our lives; decades of research show that our romantic relationships and marriages have implications not only for our psychological health, but for our physical health as well. As such, rather than thinking about our relationship as simply one aspect of our lives that is unrelated to other aspects, it’s helpful to think of it as foundational and interconnected with all other aspects – demonstrating a ripple effect. We have all experienced how sadness, frustration, or anger from relationship issues can seep into our role as an employee, parent, or friend. Similarly, feeling happy and fulfilled in our relationships can have a really positive effect in these other areas. In sum, proactively investing time and energy into our relationships and marriages can have a profound impact on our overall well-being.