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

3.66 – When One Person Wants to Talk and the Other Doesn’t: Timing in communication often creates friction. One partner may seek immediate resolution while the other needs space. Recognizing these differences prevents misunderstanding. The key is compromise—setting a time to revisit the issue when both feel ready. This balance honors urgency and emotional safety. Pressuring someone to talk breeds resistance; avoidance breeds frustration. By communicating needs clearly, couples prevent resentment. Respecting timing builds trust that every voice will be heard in due course. This patience teaches emotional regulation and fairness. Harmony comes when timing becomes teamwork rather than a tug-of-war.

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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