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.