If there’s a festering disagreement nobody wants to get into, and it’s plaguing one of your relationships, don’t let it fester any longer than it has already. A wound has to be cleaned, no matter how painful the process may be, before it can heal. In this case, the cleansing process can only start after you’ve broached the subject. Bring it into the light. Give it a little fresh air. You’ll be glad you did.

You could find yourself butting heads with someone early on. But the mood lightens, and by this evening everything’s fine. Celebrate with some friends at happy hour.

Lend an ear. Listen to your mate with compassion. Pay attention to what is said and what is left out. Pay attention to body language as well. You could learn a lot.

Your domestic life just got a whole lot more interesting. It’s your attitude about it that has changed, not your circumstances. Things are suddenly exciting and fun, not dull and ho-hum. Your leaky little rowboat is now a pirate ship or a cruise liner and you’re the captain. Enjoy a little drama in your life.