04/15/2025
Not all support feels supportive.
When your partner is crying, it’s easy to default to what you would want—space, solutions, or silence.
But real attunement means slowing down, noticing what they need, and responding in a way that helps them feel safe, seen, and soothed.
Here’s the truth:
Dismissing makes them feel alone.
Fixing can feel like pressure.
Supporting builds connection.
Next time, pause and ask:
“What do you need right now?”
It might be the most healing thing you can say.
❤️
