Confronting Your Partner About Something You Dislike

How do you guys talk to your partner about something you don't like. It can be a habit, a choice, a decision or a personality trait. I personally feel it is very difficult to bring things up due to the fear of distancing your partner. However, somethings must be talked about, so please share tips on how you do it.

Tip 1 - Don't prosecute your partner, negotiate with him

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Don't blame your partner or prosecute him/her. In order to amicably resolve an issue you need to be at the same level as him or her. Adopt a soft tone and negotiate, tell him/her what you want and then take his/her feedback into consideration as well. 

Tip 2 - Don't keep things in due to fear

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If you are keeping things in and fearing consequences your relationship will break down soon. Make sure that you give words to your complaints and work towards solving your issues rather than burying them.

Tip 3 - Take help from his parents or friends if you must

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If it is something serious and you don't think he will listen to you, you should reach out to his parents and ask them to talk to him. Similarly, if it is something you can share with his friends, that might be a good idea as well. However, be careful with what you decide to share and who you invite into your personal life. If it is something that is better left private, you might make things worse by telling others.

Tip 4 - Write a letter to him/her and write your issue in it

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If you don't want to talk to your partner directly about your issue, a good way to do it is to put your problems down in writing and give him/her a letter. You don't have to hide the letter, just make sure you give it, or leave it some place your partner will find. After that, you can give your partner some space and time to read, understand and act on it.

Tip 5 - Talk about it when you are both relaxed and calm

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The best you can do is to not bring up any issues when there are other problems you both are facing. Let things get smooth and broach the topic when the two of you are calm and relaxed.

Tip 6 - Watch a movie together which highlights a similar issue

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Movies can have a very strong impact and if a movie highlights the issue you face, it would be great if the two of you can watch it together. However, don't go for anything too serious or an obvious documentary on the issue. Stick with the comedy genre that presents the problem with humor and ends in its resolution.

Tip 7 - Talk it out over Dinner

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The family dinner table is a good place to talk about your and your partner's day. It is also a good time to reflect on things and give suggestions/advice to each other. If there is something you wish to confront your partner about, you can start talking about it subtly or give hints and discuss it as a mutual thing. This is the best way to resolve issues and doesn't push your partner away.

Tip 8 - Try Comprising First and then Persuasion.

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Try Comprising First and then Persuasion.

A good advice my mother taught me it is best to first compromise until you know the limits and boundaries, then finally persuade. Persuasion works like a charm but remember there is a time and place for this tactic and it may backfire on you. 

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