How to gently encourage your spouse to pursue a passion project

When you want your spouse to follow a passion project, talk with care and respect. A…

How to respond to “I’m thrilled that the holidays bring us closer”

Why a Thoughtful Reply Matters When someone says, “I’m thrilled that the holidays bring us closer,”…

How to respond to “I don’t want to be in a relationship that’s too predictable”

You know, when someone says I don’t want to be in a relationship that’s too predictable,…

How to respond to “I need some freedom in this relationship”

When your partner drops the bombshell I need some freedom in this relationship, it can be…

Responding to a heartfelt apology

You know, dealing with a heartfelt apology can be a delicate situation. On one hand, you…

How to respond to “I’m not ready for parenthood”

When your partner drops the bombshell, I’m not ready for parenthood, it can be a conversation-stopper.…

What to say when you’re not sure if you’re the problem

When we’re in a relationship, things can get complicated. Communication is key, but sometimes it’s hard…

How to respond to “I need to focus on myself right now”

Howdy! “I need to focus on myself right now” can be a difficult phrase to hear…

How to respond to “I don’t think we can fix the problems in our relationship”

Hi, Salutations! “I don’t think we can fix the problems in our relationship” can be a…

How to respond to “I think we need to talk about some serious issues in our relationship”

Hi, Salutations! “I think we need to talk about some serious issues in our relationship” can…