If you believe these 5 marriage myths, you’re in for trouble!

4. Telling your partner the truth hurts his or her feelings.

We assume that if we’re honest with our partner, they might get jealous, angry, hurt or sad. This robs them of the opportunity for honest discussion, because we expect the worst. Having difficult conversations in the relationship is the absolute only way to foster successful growth and change.

Also, it’s these difficult conversations that bring us closer together.