And it’s honestly a skill to be able to pick up on those nonverbal cues. Our tone and our attitude give away a lot more than just the words coming out of our mouths. Communication is not just about the words we say but also how we say them. If your partner says “my day was fine” but their tone sounds irritated, upset, or angry, then there may be something else that they’re feeling but not yet ready to communicate. And honesty breeds trust, which are two very important pillars of a healthy relationship (hint: communication is another super important pillar!). on a deeper level, the more open and honest you may be with each other. Ultimately, the more you get to know your S.O. So, be mindful and respectful of their emotional boundaries, and they should be equally mindful and respectful of yours. We set boundaries around our emotions and everyone’s boundaries are different. Be patient with your partner if they are not sharing all the time. Keep in mind that not everyone opens up very easily. For example, i nstead of asking yes or no questions like “Did you have a good day?” try asking more open-ended questions like, “How was your day?” Yes, they may respond with a brief non-answer (“good”, “fine”, “the same”), but asking open-ended questions gives them an opportunity to share more if they choose to. There are ways to do this without pressuring your S.O. And it’s not necessary to make every conversation a heart to heart. It’s not always easy to dig deep, especially for those who have never been comfortable talking about their feelings. It’s about being able to dig deep and get to know this person as well as you can. Below are 5 tips for communicating better in your relationship:Ĭommunication is not just about talking about each other’s days and saying what you had to eat for lunch. Communication is about expressing yourself in a healthy way, listening to your partner when they are doing the same, and really hearing and absorbing what the other person has to say. I always say I’m a great talker, but I have to also be an equally great listener in order to be a great communicator. And if we’re never taught how to use this key, then we’ll never be able to open the door to healthy communication.Ĭommunication is defined as a lot of things but my favorite definition includes, “the successful conveying or sharing of ideas and feelings”. I think it’s really easy to tell people that communication is important in a healthy relationship but it’s not as easy to explain how to communicate. I’m sure you’ve heard this saying before: communication is the key □ to any relationship. Written by Writer’s Corps member Cara Mackler
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