Managing different work schedules and kids, if you’re parents, can unintentionally pull you in different directions.

Unfortunately, trying to manage the moving parts of your lives can cause distance between you and your partner.

This can look like barely having enough time to focus on each other or how your day was.

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But it doesn’t mean all hope is lost.

One way you and your partner can get back on track is by having arelationship check-inwith each other.

It can help you assess things you’re gonna wanna talk about while rebuilding your connection.

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Maybe it was their charismatic smile or uncanny ability to make you laugh without trying.

As a result, it’s possible for you to begin expressing appreciation and gratitude for each other.

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