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• Avoid unnecessary conflict - Try to keep emotions out of the mix. Your partner/ex is likely to revel in seeing you super anxious or upset. Don’t give them the satisfaction. When it comes to arguments, avoid using your child as a go-between, negotiator, or to otherwise gather information. Keep things between you and your partner/ex.

If this is especially hard for you to master, try treating your communications with your partner/ex like a job. You don’t have to agree on everything, but you do have to work together. This mindset may help you navigate through rough discussions and keep conflicts to a minimum.