Communication · 4 min read
How to start a difficult conversation with your partner
Timing, tone, and a few words that make it easier to begin.
Choose a calm moment
Avoid starting when either of you is tired, hungry, or rushing out the door. Ask, “Is now a good time to talk about something that's been on my mind?”
Begin with what you want
Start with the hope, not the complaint: “I'd like us to feel closer,” rather than “We never spend time together.”