Situations Where It Might Be Better to Remain Silent in a Relationship

All relationships are not the same, so be cautious about how you take advice from people.

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I have been in a serious relationship for over ten years and one of the things I have decided was to try my best and not let my partner down.

To me, being in a serious relationship and maintaining my mental health is an everyday effort or will I even call it a struggle.

I know I must be accountable in all that I do, that’s why am focused not only on my needs but also on my partner’s too. ( we both make sacrifices for each other though)

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My 19-year-old cousin, who just started dating asked me this difficult question,

“What are situations where one is supposed to keep silent in a relationship”

My reply:

Knowing when to keep quiet is often a common question asked by most people who are starting a new relationship. I told her that even when silence can help reduce anxiety in a relationship, it may not be recommended when dealing with relationship issues in a relationship.

It is better to talk things out especially if you’re starting a new relationship. Chat with your partner to reduce this tension.

Since silence is not an ideal therapy for relationship issues, however, you should know why and when to keep silent. I will advise that if your relationship is new, you should be very careful with silence. It is better to have a long talk. Talk to each other more often, to know if both of you are thinking alike.

On the other hand, the best time to maintain silence is during disagreements or arguments. It is better to remain silent and not escalate issues by shouting or belittling your partner. Allow the issues to be resolved amicably, it is proof of maturity, It shows that you can handle conflict without attracting people’s attention in your relationship.

There is this other one, it is called “Silent treatment”.

Say what you’re supposed to say at the right time, and don’t remain silent when things are getting worse.

Silent treatment is not acceptable and shouldn’t be encouraged in any relationship. Always speak your mind and don’t imagine that your partner knows what you’re thinking. Speak up, it helps your partner to know what’s up with you, and how you’re feeling so that they will act on it.

When you shun silent treatment and decide to speak up, it will not only help you to free your mind, it will also help you to clear grudges from your heart.

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