Conversations and Shared Time
Find ways to make time for conversations, shared activities and learning together.
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Communication
How do you want to make time for conversations?
| What matters | Weekly check-in | Conversation cards | Shared journal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pros | Set aside time for ongoing topics | Find prompts for a specific conversation | Give each person time to reflect first |
| Cons and trade-offs | Scheduling may be difficult in busy weeks | Prompt quality and relevance vary | Written tone can be hard to interpret |
| Best fit | If your goal is to set aside time for ongoing topics. | If your goal is to find prompts for a specific conversation. | If your goal is to give each person time to reflect first. |
| Effort involved | Agree on an agenda and a time | Choose questions together | Agree who writes and reads entries |
| What to check first | Agree how either person can pause or reschedule | Check topics and avoid prompts either person wants to skip | Decide who can access or retain entries |
These guides compare formats and practical considerations. Choose what fits your circumstances.