💞 Stronger Together – Relationship Skills for Lasting Partnerships *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

6.78 – Handling Criticism Under Pressure: When stress heightens sensitivity, even mild feedback can feel like attack. Handling criticism well requires pausing before reacting, listening for intent, and separating tone from truth. Couples who approach critique as collaboration maintain respect. Framing feedback with empathy—“I feel” instead of “You always”—reduces defensiveness. Receiving it with curiosity shows maturity and humility. Apologizing when wrong strengthens accountability, while expressing appreciation for honesty builds trust. Over time, respectful critique becomes a tool for refinement rather than resentment. Learning to manage criticism under pressure transforms communication into growth instead of conflict.

About this course

Guidance and strategies to help couples build trust, communicate effectively, and strengthen their partnership for long-term success.

This course includes:
  • Communication and conflict resolution practice activities
  • Trust-building and intimacy exercises
  • Partnership goal-setting templates and tools

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