Why Your Relationship Feels Off During Life Transitions (Part 1)

Why Your Relationship Feels Off During Life Transitions (Part 1)

From Relationship Renovation: Why Couples Get Stuck & How They Find Their Way Back by EJ and Tarah Kerwin

May 8, 2026 · 23 min · Episode 274

About this episode

The episode explores how life transitions can create distance in relationships, even when everything seems positive.

Have you ever noticed that your relationship starts to feel off… Right when life is changing? 👉 You move 👉 Have a baby 👉 Start a new job 👉 Even go on vacation And suddenly: You’re arguing more You feel disconnected Or something just feels… different Here’s the confusing part: 👉 Nothing is actually “wrong” In this episode, we break down why transitions—both big and small—can quietly create distance between couples , even when everything seems positive on the surface. You’ll learn: Why change disrupts your relationship more than you expect How loss of routine and predictability impacts connection Why you and your partner cope differently (and what that creates) The hidden patterns that lead to conflict, distance, and disconnection Most importantly… 👉 You’ll start to understand that this isn’t a relationship failure 👉 It’s a very predictable dynamic This is Part 1 of a two-part series where we help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface—so you can actually start to navigate it differently. 🔥 Ready to Go Deeper? If you’re tired of having the same arguments and want real tools to change your relationship: 👉 Apply for coaching here 📘 Resources & Ways to Work…

People in this episode

Hosts: EJ Kerwin, Tarah Kerwin

Topics covered

  • relationship dynamics
  • life transitions
  • couples communication
  • conflict resolution
  • emotional connection

Keywords

  • relationship change
  • life transitions
  • couples therapy
  • communication issues
  • emotional disconnection

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