Can a couple with differing political views navigate their differences? As with any important topic, genuine respect and communication ground-rules are key. So how do you prevent your relationship from becoming another statistic if you’ve paired with a partner who doesn’t share your political views?

When working with couples we think a lot about the role of romantic actions and connection, and we were curious to know what people think about its role in relationships. A recent survey makes it clear that romance holds a strong significance and is an almost universally hoped for element of a relationship.