Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Catherine Brock covers personal finance and investing. Whether you’ve been hiding money secrets or you think your spouse is, ...

Every couple goes through moments when they must face emotionally charged or uncomfortable conversations. Whether it's about money, emotional needs, family pressures, past mistakes, or future ...

Most of us don’t wake up eager for a difficult conversation. By their very nature, these conversations can feel uncomfortable, challenging, and awkward. You’ve likely faced one you dreaded, put off, ...

The only way to appropriately handle conflict is to actually deal with it. Most people avoid difficult conversations with loved ones because it makes them feel uncomfortable. Unfortunately, if you ...