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I think it's a balance. You don't want to be the know it all, but you also don't want to be the yes man. Providing valuable perspective of your own, as well as listening and learning is contributing to the relationship, just as much as being supportive and an echo chamber. I think a great relationship is about balance and getting through things together. Emotionally supportive and providing practical help or your opinion at times.


Exactly.

I guess many, men in particular, are better at problem solving and need some advice like this from time to time.

On the other hand, no-one want's to hear "I see you're drowning. That must be tough." We sometimes need a little problem solving.




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