Escaping the Drama Triangle in Your Relationship

Many couples unknowingly become trapped in the ‘drama triangle’, shifting between the roles of rescuer, perpetrator, and victim. Each role reinforces the other, creating cycles of blame, defensiveness, and disconnection. In couples therapy, this dynamic blocks progress in therapy because partners focus on who’s right rather than how they relate.

Breaking free begins with awareness of the pattern, taking ownership of our part, and meeting each other with empathy. When partners move from playing roles to showing their vulnerability, the space for genuine dialogue, healing, and intimacy finally opens.

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