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5. Set Realistic Expectation

Menopause is confusing enough for you, and you are the one experiencing it firsthand. Your significant other will likely never go through something even remotely similar.

In this situation, your expectations really control the outcomes. If you expect your loved one to perfectly understand your needs and wants immediately, you are going to be really let down, disappointed and dejected. If you expect there to be some level of confusion, resistance and finger pointing, you may land at a more realistic place. The best expectations balance ideal goals with realistic responses.

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