Relationship Advice - How to Communicate Without Arguing. Relationships go off the rails when we believe we can’t talk about challenging things with our partner. We avoid certain topics because we’re afraid of a fight, strong emotions, rejection, or worse. Too many of us are settling and tolerating a relationship that leaves us feeling drained, trapped, stressed, or bored. In this discussion Tripp and Alyson Lanier share practical tips for getting relationships back on track.