This worksheet is designed to help couples work through relationship problems together in a structured, calm way. Since no specific problem or numbers are given (like math), there’s no calculation to solve — instead, the “solution” is completing the worksheet honestly and thoughtfully with your partner.
Here’s how to approach it step by step:
1.
Fill in the basics
Write where you’re meeting, the date, and time. This helps set a serious but safe space for talking.
2.
Describe the issue clearly
Both partners should agree on what the main problem is. Be specific — not just “we fight,” but “we argue about who does chores.”
3.
Own your part
Each partner writes down how *they* might be making things worse — even if they think it’s mostly the other person’s fault. Example: “I shut down and don’t talk when I’m upset.”
4.
List what hasn’t worked
Think back: What have you tried before that didn’t fix things? Maybe yelling, ignoring each other, or promising to change but not following through.
5.
Brainstorm new ideas together
Take turns suggesting ways to solve the problem. Don’t judge yet — just write them all down. Example: “We could make a chore chart,” or “Let’s take a 10-minute break when we start getting angry.”
6.
Rank the solutions
Talk about which idea seems best, second-best, etc. Pick one to try first — maybe the easiest or most fair.
The goal isn’t to win an argument — it’s to understand each other better and find a solution you both can live with.
Final Answer: Complete the worksheet honestly with your partner by filling in each section step by step — from describing the issue, owning your role, listing past failures, brainstorming new ideas, and ranking solutions together.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of couples communication worksheets.
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