What do I say?
Posted: March 10, 2026
Often we want to do better if we know how to do better. These are some essential “formulas” for conversations.
- How to start a conversation when everyone is fairly calm and one is distressed: Gentle Startup
- How to validate, not necessarily agree with, someone: Validating Your Partner’s Story
- How to have more supportive or meaningful conversations: Three Skills of Intimate Conversation
- A more general guide to support someone in a hard moment: Stress Reducing Conversation