Couples Questions

Conflict

Conflict Resolution Questions for Couples

Use these questions during conflict to move from blame to clarity and practical repair.

2/19/2026 · 1 min read

When tension rises, the goal is not to win. The goal is to understand and repair.

Questions that de-escalate

  • What did you hear me say?
  • What part hurt most?
  • What did you need in that moment?
  • What assumption are we making right now?

Questions that rebuild

  • What can I own in this situation?
  • What would repair look like to you?
  • What should we do differently next time?

Keep tone calm and keep sentences short.

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