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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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Tell him. I didn't for so many years and it did nothing but hurt our marriage. Now he can tell when I need it, but it's all about communication in a loving positive way on both sides
I ask for a push in the right direction. I ask for constructive words, and an outside perspective on the situation. I don't need a level of understanding, or sympathy. I know what needs to happen, reiterate what needs to happen.
And that's where we differ.
Female, 31-35 years, Dating, CA, US | Jan 29, 2013
Female, 31-35 years, Dating, CA, US | Jan 29, 2013
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Just tell her
Tell her. but i dont always tell her right away.
Talk about it.
Tell him. Although I've never really have ask many for words of encouragement. I attempt to "parent" myself instead of looking to others.
My encouragement towards others is constructive criticism, followed bye well thought out advise.
Male, 36-40 years, Dating | Jan 29, 2013
Male, 36-40 years, Dating | Jan 29, 2013
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Try to persuade her to give me a blow-job. Always makes me feel better :)
Talk to her about it.
She already knows - she did a great job by directing the conversation away form something that i was really consumed by that at the time talking about would only have enraged me more. I was able to focus on her life and what was going on with her. She made me smile and i actually laughed at one point!
I don't always know. You should have a way to tell me and not count on me to know
Female, >50 years, Married, NY, US | Jan 25, 2013
Female, >50 years, Married, NY, US | Jan 25, 2013
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Open up
I like things to be sugar coated. Naughty text message, sweet talk and sexy picture all make me happy
He knows. He knows me very well.
Tell him
I'm not good at that. Sometimes I "fish" for compliments when I want to hear them, but it's mostly just kidding around. I will ask for cuddles or a Skype or something divi really need it.
Just tell her? I'm fortunate enough to have an amazing woman that won't judge me she'll just support me.
