Hi Cynthia,

This is a perfect example of what They say is a Reflection of Them, not You.

You can counter them by saying, “Wow, if one of you dies first the other will be so sad and lonely, how would you handle that?” Turn it back on them a little.

“Have you ever been alone?”

“Do you feel you need the radio/TV on in the background all the time?”

“What would you do if you were alone on a desert island?”

“Would you ever do a solo campout, to have a direct experience with God?”

“Why do you think everyone needs a mate?”

Don’t ask these questions defensively. Ask with curiosity. You might have a Real conversation and make them self-reflect!

Best,

Inky