Think of a recent relationship conflict that put you in a bad mood, then think through the questions below. Consider what beliefs about yourself perhaps makes you feel this way. An example would be not speaking up because you think you will always be laughed at.
1. What stage was your conflict in “talking it out”, “stuck” or “breaking
up?”
2. Which problem-solving tools could you have used to make things better?
3. Imagine how acting differently in the situation that you described might
have helped you feel better. Write down some ways in which things might
have improved.