I hear you on the "always/never" thing except in my case I'm the guilty party. I know it really bothers BF so I have been making a concerted effort to not say it all. It's difficult for me but I rarely slip up now after several months. Plus it's better for when I want to make a point. I was able to point out that I have been watching him and he always leaves the kitchen door unlocked if he uses it. He knows that I'm not exaggerating now so hopefully he'll remember next time. (I'm not holding my breath.)
I'm hoping you can bring it up in one of your talks and agree that neither one of you will say "always/never" for a week and see how it goes.
MC is good but this early in the recon it's important to have regular talks. Make the time.
Remember that this is going to be very hard. But you can do it.
If you love somebody, set them free. http://tinyurl.com/2empx2g
