The Ping-Pong Approach for a Great Relationship

Most people involved in a relationship want and need many things including; closeness, personal space, feeling nurtured, understood, and being autonomous. Some want freedom to feel close and comforted, while others need the freedom to feel independent and unfettered.
The Ping-Pong dating approach suggests that neither partner should do all of the calling, planning, giving and chasing without the give and take participation from their significant other. In a perfect world, it should look like a Ping-Pong match. Up and back, give and take, dialogue rather than monologue. It has to be frustrating to hit the ball over the net and the reason it comes back is because the table is folded in half and you're getting a rebound from your attempt, not a voluntary response from your partner. Here are some guidelines:
1- Take turns during a conversation.
2- Concentrate. Listen well and don't just think about what you're saying next.
3- Respond. It's a two way street, take turns, even if your response is "yes, I agree."
4- Don't argue vociferously. If you have a differing opinion, mention it calmly and don't try to win
5- Invite a response. If you feel your partner is not doing 50-50, try to get them to respond.
6- Try again. If your partner doesn't respond, ask them again and give them plenty time.