The success of any relationship is the capability to productively communicate with each other. The techniques used for premarital counseling may vary, but the goal is universally the same: to help couples have conversations and build needed skills before entering into a lifetime commitment. Some studies have shown that couples who have pre-marital counseling have a lower divorce rate. Premarital counseling teaches couples how to better express themselves and improve communication. Couples learn how to listen, empathize, and validate each other’s point. Bringing feelings to the forefront without worry of criticism instills confidence to resolve issues before they become roadblocks for resolution.