2.4, if we all had to go back to newcomers every time there was a set back we'd get dizzy with the round and round!!
May I suggest you google communication & validation techniques? I know there's an excellent site - that I can't find right now, sorry in a rush - but you'll certainly find enough to give you some ideas on how to proceed.
Keep on keepin on 2.4!!
Me 46 H 56 M 22 yrs S22, D20, Twin Ss18
You teach people how to treat you by what you allow. What you stop. And what you reinforce. ~~~~~~~ A lack of boundaries invites a lack of respect.