Embracing Change
Change in relationships begins with acceptance; partners are more likely to evolve when they feel liked and appreciated. Effective communication is crucial—approaching your partner with empathy and open-ended questions can reveal underlying issues that shape their reactions. Understanding each other's backgrounds and emotional triggers fosters a supportive environment, paving the way for meaningful change.In this clip
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Multiamory: Rethinking Modern Relationships
303 - Is Your Partner Going to Change?
Related Questions
What does it mean when you realize you may have been making a mistake or taken criticism in a negative or defensive way on a project, as discussed in episode 225: Kim Scott | Care Personally, Challenge Directly with Radical Candor?
Additionally, how should I approach my relationship with a manager at work who rarely gives me the space to explain and often asserts herself in the middle of presentations? I'm going to change how I've been acting—I'm just an intern, but it's not obvious; everyone else loves me, and I love them. She has a different approach, and while it's useful in some ways, it's also frustrating. I'm proud that I recognize I need to adjust to her behavior. Will changing my approach help her loosen her resistance too?