14% 1. When I want my partner to do something...I ask my partner specifically.I expect my partner to know what I want without having to tell him/her.I drop hints so my partner will know what I want. 2. When we have an argument or disagreement...I don’t like to be wrong, so I fight to win. I’ll say whatever I need to say to get what I want. I refuse to argue; if saying I don’t want to talk about it didn’t work, then I'll leave.I'm willing to talk it out until we reached an agreement (even if it is to agree to disagree). 3. After we have a discussion or argument about an issue...I have a hard time letting it go; I often end up using it as ammunition to reinforce my point in future disagreements.I put it behind me and try to uphold any compromises I agree to.I uphold what I promised for a week or so but usually go back to the way things were before. 4. When my partner tells me his or her concerns about our relationship or something I did that was upsetting...I have a hard time not interrupting to respond to each and every thing as soon as it is said.I get defensive and usually end up trying to change his or her mind, or I just storm out. I listen carefully to what s/he is saying and let him or her finish before responding. 5. When my partner does something that annoys or upset me, I usually...Hold it inside until one day I can’t take it anymore, and then I blow up.Scold him/her or make a sarcastic remark.Tell him/her — in a calm, loving way — how it makes me feel. 6. When I'm happy about something my partner did, and I feel good about the relationship...I frequently acknowledge my partner's positive traits and share my good feelings about our relationship.I usually say thank you for things my partner does, but I prefer to talk to my best friend about my feelings.I have a hard time telling my partner what I think and feel. 7. When my partner shares his/her feelings about me and talks about our future...It makes me very uncomfortable. I get quiet, stall for more time, or change the subject. I say what I think s/he wants to hear.I share my true thoughts and feelings too. Loading...