Although creative couples face the same struggles
as other couples, they deal with additional challenges unique
to living an artful life. In therapy we will explore some of
the following issues characteristic of the creative couple:
High
Sensitivity – Learn to better cope with the high
sensitivity, which can intensify drama and emotional reactivity
when conflicts arise.
Independence/Individuality – Learn the
importance of honoring each other’s need for solitude
and independence, essential for the creative process. Developing
a respect and understanding for each other’s individuality
can lead to better accepting differences in the relationship.
Emotional Support – Learn how to support
each other during the flux of creative drive and lack of motivation.
By utilizing your equal understanding of what it means to be
creative you are able to support each other through the challenges
of pursuing an artistic life.
Balancing Shifting Moods – Develop compassion
and the skills to better cope with each other’s emotional
ebb and flow. Depression, bipolar disorder and anxiety are not
only common to the artist, but also present additional challenges
in the relationship.
Competitiveness – Explore underlying
self-doubt and insecurities that may cause feelings of jealousy
and competitiveness during your partner’s creative success.
Learn how to openly and constructively discuss such feelings
with your partner.
Utilize Your Creative Qualities – Creative
individuals already posses inherit qualities such as resilience,
self-awareness, persistence and depth, often utilized in their
art. Learn how to draw from these same qualities to work through
conflicts and improve aspects of the relationship.
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