What gets in the way of healthy communication with your partner? In this second post in the Healthy Communication series, we explore common obstacles and how to work through them—with warmth, reflection, and encouragement.

The cast of Love on the Spectrum models the kind of communication, kindness, and emotional honesty we all need and benefit from in our relationships. Here's what we can learn from them.

Does your relationship with your partner deserve your wholehearted attention? Have you deemed it worthy of meaningful effort? Are you doing the reps to keep your connection strong, healthy, and alive? Or are you just ‘going through the motions’ as you remain barely tethered to each other?

Your partner wanted to talk and has started to share her thoughts. You’re there. You’re facing her. And then you hear, “You’re not listening to me.” And now Wait, what?! zings through your brain. Feel confused? Frustrated? Maybe even somewhat defensive? I am listening! What just happened?!