More about that Pesky Relationship Stuck-Point

When one partner emerges from the early enmeshment cocoon before the other, tension develops as the other partner tries to pull them back in order to maintain the blissful "honeymoon".
A bit of a power struggle is born here; a tug o' war where over time each partner may increasingly dig in their heels in response to the other.
Oh yeah, the work of being in a relationship has begun.

p.s. Many couples remain mired in this bind for years.

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A Relationship Stuck-Point

Early on couples bond, even enmesh, emotionally and physically. Sameness is emphasized and difference is often minimized, while each is on their best behavior:-)
Once the bond feels assured, differences become more evident as the two somewhat repressed individual selves gradually emerge.
Arguably, this is when the work of relationship begins and passing fancies are separated from those with long-term potential.

Relationship Assumptions

With what assumptions did you commit to your current relationship?
Which of them has your partner lived up to?
Have you mourned these facts?
How do you learn to accept what you have, rather than what you thought you had, or do you?