×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Stay Informed, Even Offline
★★★★ - on Play Store
Read on the App

The difference between reacting and responding in marriage

1. Reacting is hearing gossip or hearsay about your spouse and viewing your spouse differently because of it. Responding is politely talking about the rumours with your spouse to know the truth.

2. Reacting is when your spouse says something that upsets you and then you beat up your spouse claiming your spouse provoked you. Responding is choosing to keep calm and walk away for a few minutes to avoid escalating things when your spouse upsets you.

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week
Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access.
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Already a subscriber? Log in