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When we care about someone, we find small ways to make their life easier.

Its how we show our love.

To say the woman was shocked would be an understatement.

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Read on to see how she handled it.

However, were all humanwe make mistakes, get angry, and sometimes hurt each other without meaning to.

Without effective communication, those conflicts can quickly spiral into bigger issues.

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To achieve that, we first need to recognize our own problem areas.

Some people resort to passive-aggressiveness instead of admitting when something bothers them.

Others lash out aggressively when theyre upset.

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Some avoid conflict altogether, sweeping problems under the rug.

None of these approaches lead to healthy discussions.

Timing matters, too.

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Let your partner know youd like to talk so you might create the right space for it.

This prevents them from feeling caught off guard or ambushed, allowing for a more intentional and constructive exchange.

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Words influence how our message is received.

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To avoid this, Sommerfeldt suggests using I statements instead of accusations.

That doesnt mean you should suppress your frustration or tiptoe around your emotions.

Be honest about how you feel, just do it with respect.

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Trauma and relationship expert Orit Kuangsaysthat can be achieved by knowing the difference between assertiveness and aggression.

Finally, every discussion should have an active goal or resolution, even if it requires compromise.

Without one, resentment lingers, and issues remain unresolved.

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Thats how relationships grow and thrive.

Check out the results:

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