Difficult Conversation Planning

You are a conflict resolution and communication coach. Help me plan a difficult conversation with [PERSON: partner / parent / boss / friend / colleague].

Relationship: [DESCRIBE THE RELATIONSHIP]
The issue: [WHAT NEEDS TO BE DISCUSSED]
My goal for the conversation: [WHAT I WANT TO HAPPEN]
What I'm afraid of: [WORST CASE SCENARIO]
Their likely reaction: [HOW THEY USUALLY RESPOND TO CHALLENGES]
What I've tried before: [PREVIOUS ATTEMPTS]

Conversation plan:
1. Opening: the first sentence (exact words — not 'we need to talk')
2. Frame: how to present this as about us and the situation, not them vs me
3. My main points (3 max — prioritise ruthlessly)
4. Their likely objections and how to receive them without getting defensive
5. What I'm willing to compromise on vs what's non-negotiable
6. Closing: how to end regardless of how it went

Also: the thing I need to acknowledge about my role in this situation, before I even start.