Steps to Becoming a Supportive Partner

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Respect your partner’s point of view

It is important to respect your partner’s point of view instead of making judgments based upon your own perspective.

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Be empathetic

For instance, if you are annoyed that they are venting to you about a bad day at work, think about how you might feel if you had a conflict with a coworker and wanted to talk to someone about it.

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Try to be an understanding partner

The occasional late day spent at the office or canceling of dinner plans because they are too tired should not lead to guilt or a fight.

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Ask your partner about how they spent the day

It is easy to ask your partner about their day and then tune them out, so you forget important details later. This may make them feel a lack of support.

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Apologize when you are wrong

Part of being supportive in a relationship is being able to apologize when you are wrong,

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Schedule regular check-ins with your partner

Things may seem to be going well, but having a weekly conversation about how things are going.

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Be a patient listener

Do not become angry or complain when your partner shares with you a stressful situation or challenge they are facing.

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Appreciate your partner

Always be honest with the people you care about. If you stretch the truth or lie, this can greatly affect all types of relationships negatively. If you are unable to do something with them, tell them.

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Ways How to Have Self-Control in a Relationship

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