by Al Ray | Oct 7, 2026 | Blog
You have had the same argument three times this month. One teammate feels unheard. The other feels blamed. You both want help, but what kind? Couples often search for “marriage coaching vs counseling” because the choice feels important and confusing. Both can...
by Al Ray | Sep 30, 2026 | Blog
When anger takes over, it is not a pretty picture. While the argument may be over, the room still feels loud and feelings are raw. One teammate is wiping the counter harder than necessary. The other is staring at a phone without reading a word. Dinner is getting cold....
by Al Ray | Sep 23, 2026 | Blog
The Garbage Was Still There Jane tied the top of the garbage bag and set it beside the back door. “Rick, will you take this out before you leave?” “Sure,” Rick replied. “I’ll do it in a minute.” That evening, Jane found the bag exactly where she had left it. It was...
by Al Ray | Sep 16, 2026 | Blog
This is the third blog in a three-blog series. These next two concepts (Validate Your Teammates Feelings and Accept Responsibility) may seem counterintuitive. The litmus test to a healthy approach to winning arguments is when both of you feel good about the solution....
by Al Ray | Sep 9, 2026 | Blog
Quick self-test: When your teammate is talking, are you listening—or quietly preparing your defense? If you are rehearsing your reply, searching for an error, or waiting for a pause so you can jump in, you are not alone. Most arguments involve two people talking and...
