Conflict
Ask your partner if it's a good time to talk and if not when would be a good time to talk. Let them know you're on their side and ask them how do we fix this. It should always be both of you vs the problem not you vs your partner. If you're feeling triggered communicate that you need a breather to self soothe and calm down. Remember when you hurt them you hurt love itself.
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