The Most Effective Way to Start a Fight

In a relationship, we make lots of assumptions about our partner’s intentions.

Their tone sounds frustrated, so we assume they’re frustrated with us.

Their facial expression seems uninterested, so we assume they’re uninterested in what we’re telling them.

They didn’t answer our texts for a few hours, so we assume they’re purposely ignoring us.

Our assumptions are based on perception, not reality, so they cannot be heavily relied on. You can, however, rely on the answer your partner gives you about their intentions. You just have to ask.

So, why don’t we ask?