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Don't Panic
If you have the tendency to panic when unexpected news comes your way, work on changing that behavior. Your spouse may fear telling you certain things because of your reactions. Your panic could be harming communication.
Is your spouse hesitant about sharing news with you?
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By - Brad from Zeeland, MI on 10/29/2008
I was raised in a house with a lot of arguing, and when my wife brings up an issue, I jump right into defense mode thinking it's an attack. I am also self-critical, so I assume the worst about what I did wrong. I am trying to change and stay relaxed and have civil discussions. Usually my wife is not trying to be negative toward me and I should not take things personally. One of the barriers to our communication is making assumptions. We both need to stay open minded and hear each other out before reaching conclusions.
By - Amanda from Ocala, FL on 10/20/2008
Aaron is hesitant becuase he knows me so well. He already knows how I will handle the situation so he's like "why bother" :) I am a worrier, and impatient, and easily angered, so I am not a good person at all...but I am trying to get better.
By - Nikki Hahn from Chino Valley, AZ on 10/14/2008
Tony always tells me things even if it makes me mad or afraid. We have an open relationship where we tell each other everything. I'm afraid to hear bad news, but I would rather help him through it than to have him go through it alone (i.e. recently financial stuff).
By - Missy from Orlando, FL on 10/14/2008
My husband gets his feelings hurt so easily that I hesitate to say anything to him, even constructive criticism/suggestions given in love. He's been hurt very badly by women in his past and I guess he's still not over it.
