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Even if your boyfriend is the most perfect guy in the world, there’s going to come a time when you need to talk to him about something serious. Bringing up an issue isn’t anyone’s favorite way to spend an afternoon, but fortunately, there are ways you can make it much easier for the both of you. In this article, we’ll give you a comprehensive list of tips you can use to communicate with your boyfriend effectively and work out your problems together.
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Always speak your truth as soon as you are aware that you are bothered and ask your boyfriend to stop doing the bothersome behavior. Do not let the situation get out of hand.[20]Thanks
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- ↑ https://www.understood.org/articles/en/9-tips-for-having-difficult-conversations-with-your-partner
- ↑ Susan Pazak, PhD. Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Professional Life Coach. Expert Interview. 22 February 2022.
- ↑ https://au.reachout.com/articles/managing-the-pressures-of-a-relationship
- ↑ Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSW. Psychotherapist. Expert Interview. 11 June 2020.
- ↑ https://www.militaryonesource.mil/family-relationships/relationships/keeping-your-relationship-strong/how-to-successfully-communicate-as-a-couple/
- ↑ Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSW. Psychotherapist. Expert Interview. 11 June 2020.
- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/lib/11-hints-for-resolving-relationship-irritations#3
- ↑ Susan Pazak, PhD. Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Professional Life Coach. Expert Interview. 22 April 2022.
- ↑ Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSW. Psychotherapist. Expert Interview. 11 June 2020.
- ↑ https://www.amherst.edu/campuslife/health-safety-wellness/counseling/self_care/healthy_relationships/10_tips_for_health_realtionships
- ↑ Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSW. Psychotherapist. Expert Interview. 11 June 2020.
- ↑ Susan Pazak, PhD. Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Professional Life Coach. Expert Interview. 22 April 2022.
- ↑ https://www.amherst.edu/campuslife/health-safety-wellness/counseling/self_care/healthy_relationships/10_tips_for_health_realtionships
- ↑ Kelli Miller, LCSW, MSW. Psychotherapist. Expert Interview. 11 June 2020.
- ↑ https://www.amherst.edu/campuslife/health-safety-wellness/counseling/self_care/healthy_relationships/10_tips_for_health_realtionships
- ↑ https://www.understood.org/articles/en/9-tips-for-having-difficult-conversations-with-your-partner
- ↑ https://www.militaryonesource.mil/family-relationships/relationships/keeping-your-relationship-strong/how-to-successfully-communicate-as-a-couple/
- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/lib/11-hints-for-resolving-relationship-irritations#5
- ↑ https://au.reachout.com/articles/managing-the-pressures-of-a-relationship
- ↑ Susan Pazak, PhD. Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Professional Life Coach. Expert Interview. 22 April 2022.
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