6 effective tips for problem-solving in relationships

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By Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi

Published on Feb 21, 2024 06:00 am IST

Building and maintaining healthy relationships often involves overcoming challenges together. Here are some tips for solving problems in relationships.

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“Healthy conflict can bring you closer together. Attuning to your partner’s feelings and needs during conflict builds trust, shows consideration and helps your partner to feel heard and respected. It also helps you both to co-regulate, which builds safety. It’s easier to be in a clear head-space and work through things when our nervous system is regulated,” says Jordan Green, licensed therapist and relationship expert in her recent Instagram post. She further shared top tips for problem-solving in relationship. ⁠(Unsplash)

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Start discussions gently. Instead of criticizing or complaining, use “I 66 statements." Start with a clear definition of the problem to make sure you are on the same page.(Unsplash)

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Try to see problems as an opportunity to improve listening and communication, share compassion, solve problems together as a team, and build support and trust.(Unsplash)

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Practice active listening and give each person uninterrupted time to talk. Stay emotionally engaged, validate their feelings, and accept influence (for example, saying "good point,' “that makes sense,” etc).(Unsplash)

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Look for similarities or points you agree on. Identify your negotiables and non- negotiables to find areas of compromise.(Unsplash)

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Make efforts to reconnect and repair if feelings have been hurt. Hold hands, apologize, hug, remind them why they're important to you, etc.(Unsplash)

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Stay calm, positive, and patient throughout the discussion. Take deep breaths, slow down, and soothe yourself and each other.(Unsplash)

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Akanksha Agnihotri

Akanksha Agnihotri is a lifestyle journalist with over 3 years of experience. She is a psychology graduate and holds a postgraduate diploma in Radio and Television Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi, where she graduated as a gold medalist. Originally from Bhopal, the beautiful capital of Madhya Pradesh, she draws inspiration from the city’s rich cultural heritage and layered storytelling traditions that subtly shape her narrative voice. She writes extensively about fashion, beauty, health, relationships, culture, and food, exploring everything from trending styles and runway moments to wellness routines and mindful living. Passionate about meaningful and candid conversations, she enjoys interviewing celebrities, doctors, designers, and film personalities, diving into discussions on fitness, beauty, mental health, and everything fun in between. With a keen eye for trends and a thoughtful understanding of human behaviour, she brings depth, sensitivity, and authenticity to her stories, ensuring they resonate with a wide and diverse audience. When she’s not working, you’ll usually find her lost in a book, planning her next mountain trek, or mapping out spontaneous travel escapes. She loves discovering new authors, revisiting old favourites, and spending quiet afternoons in museums soaking in art, history, and culture. An avid bird-watching enthusiast, she finds joy in early morning walks, spotting rare birds, and reconnecting with nature. Whether sipping coffee while journaling her thoughts or exploring hidden corners of a new city, she constantly seeks inspiration in everyday moments that often turn into compelling story ideas. Read Less ...Read More

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6 effective tips for problem-solving in relationships

Building and maintaining healthy relationships often involves overcoming challenges together. Here are some tips for solving problems in relationships.

Start discussions gently. Instead of criticizing or complaining, use “I 66 statements." Start with a clear definition of the problem to make sure you are on the same page.(Unsplash)

Try to see problems as an opportunity to improve listening and communication, share compassion, solve problems together as a team, and build support and trust.(Unsplash)

Practice active listening and give each person uninterrupted time to talk. Stay emotionally engaged, validate their feelings, and accept influence (for example, saying "good point,' “that makes sense,” etc).(Unsplash)

Look for similarities or points you agree on. Identify your negotiables and non- negotiables to find areas of compromise.(Unsplash)

Make efforts to reconnect and repair if feelings have been hurt. Hold hands, apologize, hug, remind them why they're important to you, etc.(Unsplash)

Stay calm, positive, and patient throughout the discussion. Take deep breaths, slow down, and soothe yourself and each other.(Unsplash)

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