Your partner wants to make major changes to your home, but you’re not comfortable with the plans.
Choose ONE:
- Talk to your partner and express your concerns about the proposed changes.
- Talk to a family member for advice on how to approach the conversation with your partner.
Sample Answer for Option A - click to open/hide answer!
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Sample Answer:
Hi [Partner’s Name], I wanted to talk to you about the changes you’re thinking of making to our home. I know you’ve put a lot of thought into these plans, and I can see that you’re excited about them. However, I have to be honest—I’m not entirely comfortable with some of the changes you’ve proposed. I’m worried that they might not work for us in the long term, and I’d like to explore other options that we both feel good about. Could we sit down and discuss the pros and cons of each idea? I’m confident that we can come up with a solution that works for both of us.
Sample Answer for Option B - click to open/hide answer!
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Hi [Family Member’s Name], I’ve been thinking about the changes that [Partner’s Name] wants to make to our home, and I’m not sure how to approach the conversation. I’m really not comfortable with some of the ideas they’ve come up with, but I don’t want to hurt their feelings or come across as unsupportive. I’m hoping you could give me some advice on how to have a constructive discussion about this, where we can both share our concerns and come to a mutual agreement. What would you suggest?
What this sample tests
Practice Dealing with a Difficult Situation with a realistic prompt about Your partner wants to make major changes to your home, but you’re not comfortable with the plans. Focus on planning quickly and speaking clearly; you have 60 sec to prepare and 60 sec to respond. Aim for organized ideas, natural vocabulary, and steady pacing.