@relationshipswithaly: How to help your partner calm down without telling them to calm down. 1. Practice reflective listening. Repeat back what they are saying: This is what I hear you saying, is that right? It is easier to calm down if you feel you are truly listened to. 2. Take deep breaths and offer physical touch. Model relaxed breathing to slow down the interaction, and offer physical touch as a way to co-regulate. Offer slowly, knowing it might be rejected, but this moving towards them can help. 3. Consider your tone. They are likely in an escalated state. Be mindful of how you are contributing to that with your own tone. Don’t condescend to them by speaking incredibly slowly, just use as regular a voice as you can to help bring them back to baseline. These won’t work for every situation or person. What HAS worked for you? Lmk in the comments 👇 Disclaimer: IG is not therapy. This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. This will not apply to everyone. #communication #therapy #therapistsofinstagram #couplestherapy #couple #dating #marriage #marriageadvice #mft #MentalHealth #wellness #Love #problemsolving #negotiation #conflictresolution #conflict

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