Everyone experiences stress differently. Learning to recognize your own early warning signs of stress is necessary for your mental health, but learning how to recognize your partner's signs of stress can improve your relationship.
Men and women typically react to stress differently from one another, and events that are stressful to you may not be as stressful to your spouse. So learning to recognize your loved ones' symptoms can help you offer calming support instead of misunderstanding.
Begin by talking with your partner about how each of you reacts to stressful situations. Then discuss how each of you would like to be supported during those difficult times. Some people just want to have their feelings acknowledged while others would prefer to have a shoulder to cry on or time to talk about their anxiety.
Regardless of how your special someone responds to stress, knowing how to soothe each other will not only bring relief, but your level of connectedness and intimacy will increase as well.
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