Learn to communicate effectively

Express your needs to your partner.
Be genuinely honest about your feelings and needs. Try to explain your needs using verbs such as “need,” “feel,” and “want,” which focus on what you are trying to accomplish and not on your partner’s shortcomings. For example, if you don’t like when your partner contradicts you in front of his friends just tell him: “I feel devalued when you contradict me in front of your friends. I need to feel that you respect my opinions.”

Focus on what you are trying to accomplish and don’t blame your partner.
Concentrating on what you want to achieve when having this conversation is always better than talking about your partner’s flaws and creating conflicts.

Be firm and nonapologetic towards your needs.
If your partner has a different attachment style, he/she may not see your concerns as legitimate. You have to remain assertive and remember they are essential for your happiness.