Does Praying for Your Partner Improve Relationship Satisfaction? (opens in new tab)

Most relationship research focuses on behaviors that partners can see. Researchers study communication patterns. Conflict. Affection. Sexual intimacy. Expressions of appreciation. The visible architecture of a relationship. But some of the most important forces in a relationship may be invisible. What happens when a partner is alone with their thoughts? Do they mentally rehearse old grievances? Do they imagine future conflicts? Do they dwell on disappointments? Or do they spend time wishing g...