Set Priorities
When dealing with another person, you have to deal with all of their facets, not just those that have directly to do with the relationship. Some of those might bother you. But, to cut down on arguments over nothing, set some priorities.
Before starting the work of a discussion or critique, ask yourself if the thing you are about to talk about them has anything to do with your priorities in the relationship. If not, what good does it do you, them, or the relationship to spend time on it? Identifying what’s important helps to keep relationships running smoothly.
Before starting the work of a discussion or critique, ask yourself if the thing you are about to talk about them has anything to do with your priorities in the relationship. If not, what good does it do you, them, or the relationship to spend time on it? Identifying what’s important helps to keep relationships running smoothly.