Why Staying Silent Might Be Damaging Your Relationship

Black and white ink drawing of two human figures. One is seated with their head in their hand, surrounded by chaotic swirling lines above them, while the other stands facing away, connected by faint, thread-like lines. The textured background and expressive lines suggest emotional tension, silence, and disconnection.

Many men struggle to speak up in relationships, believing their feelings are too small to matter—or fearing they’ll make things worse. But staying silent often leads to emotional distance, resentment, and disconnection. In this post, we explore how unspoken feelings can damage your relationship and how counselling can help you reconnect, find your voice, and speak with confidence.