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An Introduction from the Confused

chubsntubs

Hi Everyone

I've just signed up today - and honestly, I'm really hoping that by hopping on to this Community I'll be able to get some clarification that I'm not going entirely insane all the time (I joke!).

A little intro with my reason for reaching out, I've signed up on behalf of my OH and I; we are a married, neurodivergent household, and expecting our first child; this is making things really tense as unfortunately ND1 (M) does not engage in difficult conversations with me; ND2 (F), instead immediately shutting down the conversation with sharp comments or exiting the room.

We obviously have a REALLY exciting time ahead of us, but there are conversations that need to be had around bringing another person into our lives; has anyone got any top tips on how we can successfully communicate this between ourselves better?

TIA <3

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  • Welcome home! You're not insane, but if you were, you're definitely in the right place! Wink

    It can be difficult having deep conversations in the 'heat' of the moment, there's always a lot to process and try and understand all at once. One thin you could do is write down what you want to say, and then see if he will write back his thoughts/ideas on this matter?

    It might not work but it may be worth a try. When I have important deep things to talk about with my support workers I write to them as I physically/mentally/emotionally can't do it vocally as I shutdown.

    Hopefully others can advise you better though!

    Good luck!

  • in reply to Astridlora

    Thank you for your reply! That's a really helpful suggestion, thank you. We'll give that a try - a bit like a feedback book in a hotel Smile

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  • in reply to Astridlora

    Thank you for your reply! That's a really helpful suggestion, thank you. We'll give that a try - a bit like a feedback book in a hotel Smile

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