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In life, we come across many types of people. Some are easy to be with; others are a little difficult to understand and deal with. There are a few tips on dealing with difficult people in a relationship, and making way for a more smoother relationship.

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    Understand the type of person your partner is. Does your partner act critical and complaining all he time? Or, is it only when your partner is under stress?
    • If your partner is of the first type, then that clearly means that being impossible and difficult is a part of their character.
    • If your partner is of the second type, then that shows that he/she behaves in a certain way only when under a lot of stress. The people of this type tend to take out all their frustrations on their partners and this results in an unhealthy relationship.
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    Make your partner feel loved. You find your partner ridiculously difficult and unreasonably complaining, but there's nothing love can't conquer. Make your partner feel loved and special! Compliment him/her, notice them, pay attention when he or she talks to you, and occasionally send flowers or cards! This way, his/her attitude towards you is going to reflect shortly in a positive way and reward you with less outbursts or complaints.
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    Develop a sense of humor. Only second to love, its humor can conquer anything! Try finding humor in everything and learn to laugh together. Laugh at every amusing story your partner tells you about what happened at work, or the conversation he/she had with a friend. The more you laugh together, the closer you get! Learn to see the lighter side in everything.
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    Be positive. Think about all the qualities that your partner has that had drawn you towards him/her in the first place. Is it the way he/she smiles, the way you two get along, or the things you have in common? Concentrate on the positive points of your partner and ignore the fact that he or she can be difficult at times.
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    Perform a reality check. If, even after you show unconditional love and shower extra attention, your partner still tends to lose it many times, and continues to act critical and oh-so-complaining, then you need a reality check.
    • Is your partner not treating you right? Is his/her attitude driving you crazy? Have you tried enough to deal with him/her? If you answered with a "yes" to these,then just consider the fact that you deserve better and that maybe it's time to move on. Divorce, and find someone who's less difficult to be with and easy to love.
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  • Show your partner that he or she is loved. Pay him or her extra attention to "spoil him or her rotten". A relationship is about give and take.
  • If the problem gets out of hand, it's always better to talk to your partner before deciding to just walk away. Let him/her know what's bothering you. If he or she willing to change for the better, then move on.
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Recent edits by: Teresa, Manojh A P, Pleus

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