By Michelle Joy

This month, let’s look at some common patterns of Type 8 in relationship.

8’s are protective, direct and expect that same direct communication from their partner.  Sometimes their strategy to elicit that same direct communication, or what they think is right, creates issues within the couple-- especially when the 8 pairs up with a more conflict-avoidant type.

Recently I had a conversation between an 8 and a 5. We were discussing ways for the Type 5 to improve / gro...

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