Play Ball

The most you will do in your relationship is be friends and solve conflicts together.

There are 5 ways to work through conflicts and things to take into consideration when communicating with your partner.

1. L.U.V.
   • In a previous blog posted I discussed the L.U.V. technique. Listen, understand, and validate. Listen to what your partner says. Truly understand what your partner is saying. Validate what they have said by repeating back to them what you have heard.
2. One Play
   • During an argument/disagreement be sure to discuss one topic at a time and nothing from the past. Only what has currently taken place should be what the two of you discuss.
3. Same Team
   • Remember in a relationship you and your partner are one. Their issues are your issues. Do not make them feel like
4. Stay in the Game
   • Do not give up! Both partners have to be willing to fight for the relationship and want to stay in the game.
5. Spike the Ball
   • Celebrate small accomplishments. Create a list of goals with your partner you would like accomplish within the relationship and find a way to celebrate each time you do so.

*Information from Dr. Ish on Marriage Boot Camp*