How to repair after a fight with your partner

In this episode of Life Kit, host Marielle Segarra and reporter Andy Tagle interview couples counselor Baya Voce about a five-step process for repairing relationships after conflict. Baya emphasizes the importance of repair in fostering healthy, long-term relationships and introduces steps such as "doing nothing" to regulate emotions, taking turns to share perspectives, using "I" language to avoid blame, listening empathetically, and practicing curiosity to understand a partner's viewpoint. The discussion also covers signs that the repair process isn't working, the importance of seeking professional support when needed, and recognizing when repair is complete through a sense of softening and reconnection.