Couples: The Cost of Growing Stronger Individually
Psychology Today | 26.06.2026 23:34
Tom readily admits he avoids conflict. When his partner, Ellie, has a plan—for a vacation or a house renovation—he’s apt to go along, no questions asked. Ellie admits she can be a bit of a control freak, doing much of the initiating and pressuring Tom to do what she wants because she likes being in charge and, frankly, getting her way.