How to talk about the problems with your partner Have you ever happened that after dealing with a problem with your partner you have finished more annoying than when you started talking? In that case, you can improve the situation. What things is important to know about the different ways to communicate with men and women? Women prefer to explain the whole problem before hearing a solution. In fact, sometimes talking is the solution. Men tend to look for solutions. This is because a man feels useful when you can solve something. For him, it is the way to show your partner that he is there in order to help. Your partner has to know that you understand the problem before you suggest a solution. Many times your partner will not be asking for a solution at all, but only to listen.