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E is for Elbow Grease . It ’ s time to go to work on building a new foundation . Decide what you will do differently to show up as your authentic self and to address the needs of your partner . Make a commitment to do the tangible things that need to be done to improve the relationship . Maybe this means you will schedule date night , participate with the household chores , spend less money , or
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Conflict provides a great learning opportunity , but we have to be willing to explore resolution together while resisting the urge to blame , condemn , or shame the other person .

communication , and this helps you both feel heard , seen , and valued . Conflict provides a great learning opportunity , but we have to be willing to explore resolution together while resisting the urge to blame , condemn , or shame the other person . Select a time for the discussion . I have found it helpful to ask the other person if this is a convenient time for a heart-to-heart discussion . You want to make sure that your partner has the time and emotional energy to engage in the discussion . Be willing to schedule a mutually convenient time .
E is for Elbow Grease . It ’ s time to go to work on building a new foundation . Decide what you will do differently to show up as your authentic self and to address the needs of your partner . Make a commitment to do the tangible things that need to be done to improve the relationship . Maybe this means you will schedule date night , participate with the household chores , spend less money , or
allow for more independent free time . This is where you take intentional action towards addressing the needs that your partner has openly shared . Don ’ t worry about being perfect , just start . Make a commitment to openly discuss progress and be willing to readjust and recommit as often as necessary . Relationships require both parties to make a commitment to continually work on maintaining and evolving . There will be turbulence , but utilizing the PEACE method and , when necessary , enlisting the help of trained professionals can greatly improve the quality of your relationship .
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DR . DRAVON JAMES - Dr . Dravon James is a Transformation Specialist , inspirational speaker , radio host , life coach , and author of Freedom is Your Birthright . She is the founder of the Next Step Leadership Academy and Every Day Peace , a platform for her to help and inspire others to build the life of their dreams . She also hosts her own weekly radio show “ Dr . Dravon James , Every Day Peace ” on Unity Radio . Learn more at https :// drdravonjames . com /.

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