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Step 1 of 4 · Hard Conversations Without a Blowup

Book 20 minutes when both are fed and free

Book 20 minutes when both are fed and free — step 1 of 4 in Hard Conversations Without a Blowup. 'Can we talk tonight at 8 for 20 minutes about [one topic]?' Not as they walk in the door. If they say no, pick another slot — don't ambush.

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Free relationships & wellbeing tip: Book 20 minutes when both are fed and free (step 1 of 4 from "Hard Conversations Without a Blowup").

'Can we talk tonight at 8 for 20 minutes about [one topic]?' Not as they walk in the door.

If they say no, pick another slot — don't ambush.

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  • Time agreed
  • One topic named

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