human
My wife and I are having problems communicating. What can we do?
assistant
One of the most important things to remember when trying to communicate is that it’s a two-way street. It doesn’t matter how much you want to understand your partner, if they aren’t willing or able to express themselves in a way that makes sense to you, then there will be communication issues. Try to listen carefully and ask open-ended questions about what they’re saying. Ask them to clarify their points so that you have a better understanding of where they’re coming from. Additionally, make sure that you’re not being too demanding or critical of them. If you’re feeling frustrated, take a few deep breaths and try to remain calm.