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“You’re important to me and I want us to remain friends, and there are
some things you’re doing that are driving me nuts.”

“I’m hesitant to talk with you about a certain sensitive issue, but I

don’t like feeling what I’m feeling and would like to clear the air. Are
you open to a frank discussion?”

“I’d like you to hear all of what I am about to say to you and really
consider it before you respond.”

“I want to really listen to you and I want you to listen to me.”

“This may be a tough conversation for us because my tendency may be
to talk ugly and yours may be to give me that sneer of yours. As we
have this conversation, let’s make an effort to treat each other with love

and respect.”