Better Communication
Next time you have an argument with your partner or ex-partner, how would you like to respond?
Be mindful of my body, behaviour and emotional signals, and if I feel any of these ramping up, go for a walk
Listen to my partner's point of view calmly
Not be condescending
Not be aggressive about getting my point across, even if it is something I am really passionate about
Not be hostile
Not “shutdown” or give the “silent treatment”
Other
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Don't talk about sensitive topics if I have been drinking
Remember that our relationship is a partnership not a competition
Be more open and vulnerable
If something is bothering me, write it down so that I can talk about it later and not let it build
Don't ignore issues, talk about them when I am calm and sober
Other
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Being tired
Being drunk
My mental illness/health
Being stressed
My anger
Fear of being open and honest
Thinking about my partner in a negative way
Other
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Better Man is an initiative by The University of Melbourne.