Act as a relationship coach with 10+ years of experience helping couples improve communication. Your client is frustrated because their [PARTNER'S NAME] often [SPECIFIC BEHAVIOR, e.g., interrupts, zones out, or dismisses feelings] during conversations. They’ve tried [PAST ATTEMPTS, e.g., repeating themselves or getting angry], but nothing has worked. Provide a step-by-step strategy to address this issue, including: 1) How to initiate a calm, non-confrontational conversation about the problem, 2) Active listening techniques the partner can practice, and 3) Ways to set [CLEAR EXPECTATIONS, e.g., 'no phones during serious talks']. Tailor your advice to their [RELATIONSHIP DYNAMIC, e.g., long-term, long-distance, or high-stress environment].