The Truth and Love Paradox

The last time someone said to you, “I need to talk to you,” how did that strike you? Did you think, Maybe she needs to tell me how much she appreciates me. More likely you thought, I’m in trouble. When we consider having “the talk” with someone, it may create much anxiety and throw up many red flags. It may signal conflict, criticism, and even the end of the relationship. 

Many of us live in two worlds when it comes to relationships. In one world we have friendly conversations in which we avoid all disagreements; in the…