Have you looked into the different personality types that you and your SO have?
My husband and I are practically polar opposites on the personality scale. This can become quite problematic in emotional situations, because I'm an extreme "feeler" and he's a major "thinker." I'm also very extroverted and he is an introvert.
Before I can even begin to process significant information, I am often hit with a tidal wave of emotion that I have to work through before moving forward. (I still am trying to effectively work through emotions. I'm VERY open to suggestions). On the other hand, DH has often thought through situations on his own before dropping information on me. (For example- yesterday he quit his job with a four week notice without any other job lined up).
So have you explored each other's personalities types and spent some time figuring out how this impacts your relationship?