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About us

The couple behind The Beneficial Listener.
Matt and Kim smiling together under a tree in a park.

We're Matt and Kim. We started dating in early 2026 and fell madly in love. As we got to know each other, we noticed we had different communication styles, and different needs and wants in a conversation.

So we started going to couples therapy, where we found the tools in this app. They became our way to turn a hard moment into a conversation that flows. The Speaker-Listener Technique taught us to really listen. The Feedback Wheel helped us work through conflict. And I statements became a must for me (Matt): they help me break down what I'm trying to say, and tell the difference between what I feel and what I think.

But I didn't like keeping track of PDFs, and I couldn't remember everything our therapist said each time. So, with Kim's help, I set out to build a tool we could use right in the moment. Then we were encouraged to share it, so here it is, for any couple who could use it.

We believe communication is at the root of every relationship. When it starts to break down, it can feel like the whole relationship is crumbling. Having tools to build these skills helps break through that doubt, and shows the love at the core of your relationship.

— Matt & Kim

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