Tag: marriage problems

If you're like most, hearing the following four words from your partner is akin to getting punched in the stomach: "We need to talk." That's because we're conditioned to expect conversations to be about problems rather than solutions.

Amazingly, it only takes a few simple behavioral shifts to flip problem-focused talk into its positive counterpart: solution-focused communication. I'm going to show you five key areas in your relationship where you can practice this new approach.