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When you are in need of encouragement, what is the best way to let your partner know?
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Ask for it or tell him I need it.
Just tell them!
I try to explain to him how I am feeling and hopefully he will catch the hint that I might need encouragement
She seems to be able to sense it. I haven't had to ask. She just knows.
I just let him know how I'm feeling and he instantly knows what I need to hear. :)
honestly i don't know...most times it seems to lead to a disagreement. i will tell him what i need from him when I'm not feeling 100% and sometimes he comes off as being defensive and other times i honestly feel if i have to constantly remind you then, its too late...he seems nicer and more in tune to me honestly when I'm doing my own thing.
I am terrible at that, I am really trying to get better.
I hope I am able to put it bluntly.
She usually can tell when I need it but I normally just talk to her openly.
Most of the time I just go to him and he
Hugs me and other times it just seems
That The Lord just let him know and he texts me
Hugs me and other times it just seems
That The Lord just let him know and he texts me
I'm usually quiet and mopey.... I don't usually ask for any encouragement
Honestly, all I know how to do is straight up ask for it. I haven't always gotten it, and it is important, so I decided to just ask for what I need and expect.
Ask and you shall receive babes!
Male, 41-50 years, Married, NC, US | Jan 23, 2014
Male, 41-50 years, Married, NC, US | Jan 23, 2014
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Female, 41-50 years, Married | Jan 23, 2014
Female, 41-50 years, Married | Jan 23, 2014
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Ask for it
I used to think he should just know but I now understand I have to ask and communicate.
I agree. Just ask
Male, >50 years, Married | Mar 16, 2014
Male, >50 years, Married | Mar 16, 2014
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Just tell them. I also feel that you shouldn't have to tell them. If they know you then they should know when to encourage you.
