EPISODE · Apr 21, 2026 · 16 MIN
5 Questions to Ask Your Partner That Most Couples Avoid
from Chat with Dr. Kat · host Dr. Kat Derrig-Palumbo
Most people only have honest conversations about their relationships after something goes wrong — after the blowup, after the resentment has been building for months, after that one small thing finally sets everything off. But what if you checked in before any of that happened? Dr. Kat walks through a simple set of questions designed to open up real dialogue with your partner, your friends, even your kids — before the weight of unspoken frustrations becomes too much to carry.You'll hear the specific questions to ask (and the order matters), why asking permission before sharing your own needs completely changes the dynamic, and how something as small as a toothpaste cap is actually a signal about respect. Dr. Kat also explains why the person who says "I was blindsided" usually wasn't — and what they were really doing instead. Whether you start this conversation tonight or work up to it, these are the kinds of questions that quietly strengthen every relationship you're in.I want to hear from you! To submit show ideas or be considered as a guest, visit https://chatwithdrkat.com/contact/Follow Chat with Dr. Kat:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chatwithdrkatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chatwithdrkatYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chatwithdrkatTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chatwithdrkatX: https://x.com/ChatwithDrKatHealth & Wellness Programs:https://mindbodyseries.com/
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Most people only have honest conversations about their relationships after something goes wrong — after the blowup, after the resentment has been building for months, after that one small thing finally sets everything off. But what if you checked in before any of that happened? Dr. Kat walks through a simple set of questions designed to open up real dialogue with your partner, your friends, even your kids — before the weight of unspoken frustrations becomes too much to carry. You'll hear the ...
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