You want more teamwork from your partner but you don’t know where to start.

These scripts will help you to have successful and connecting conversations!

How to Set Up a Time To Talk

“Hey babe, can we sit down this week for 30 min to get on the same page with household stuff? I don't want you to feel like I'm irritated with you or nagging you. And I think if we sit down together and get on the same page then we will both feel better about how things are running. When would be good for you?"

How to Set Up a family meeting

Use this script to help you open up the conversation. You’ll need to remember three things for this to be successful:

1) Bring up the topic when emotions are calm, and you aren’t in the middle of an argument.

2) Be clear on what you want to happen, and don’t get sidetracked.

3) Talk as though you are a team (even if it’s not currently feeling like you are). When you can, and if it’s honest, use words like “us” and “we.”

Ready? Let’s do this.

First, make sure you have your partner’s attention:

Hey hon, is this a good time to chat for a sec?

Next, explain the problem that you are both experiencing.

Lately I’ve been feeling disconnected from you. Things are so busy with both of us, it’s been hard to find time to just get on the same page. It feels like we end up fighting about little things.

Then, say what your big picture goal is.

I want us to get on the same page so we feel supported by each other.

And now, you state what you’re asking for.

I’d like to find a time we can meet for an hour once a week so we can just check in on the schedule for the coming week, make sure we know what each other has going on, and just talk about whatever is coming up. Can we look at our calendars now and pick a time?

FREE EBOOK!

the household business template

For Couples Who Want Less Resentment and More Teamwork

With this workbook you will:

  • Start Weekly Meetings: Learn how to run a weekly meeting successfully with your partner

  • Feel Connected: Learn to stay positive even while tackling problem spots

  • Prevent Arguements: Take time to get on the same page about the coming week so everyone knows who is doing what

  • Create a Foundation for Change: Lasting change is the result of many small steps. This guide has manageable steps to help you on your journey towards connection and teamwork.