Communication is essential to the success of any relationship. In his book, "Living a Blissful marriage", Lilian Gafni author gives the following advice on improving communication to improve your relationship:
"Here are some suggestions that can facilitate communication with your spouse or other relatives:
-- Let them finish their sentences.
-- Give them time to express their unease.
-- Cooperate with their requests.
-- Respect their opinions.
-- Listen carefully.
-- Emphazise with their feelings of powerlessness.
-- Be non-judgmental in your comments or responses.
-- Do not be defensive.
-- Do not rush to offer a remedy until you've heard the request.
-- Above all, do not play the game responsible or "we blame Thursday
Most of the time when a partner expresses discomfort, pain and suffering or pain, it is not to blame, but rather simply to express their hurt. "(SOURCE: Living a Blissful marriage, Lilian Gafni - in bookstores everywhere)
"Here are some suggestions that can facilitate communication with your spouse or other relatives:
-- Let them finish their sentences.
-- Give them time to express their unease.
-- Cooperate with their requests.
-- Respect their opinions.
-- Listen carefully.
-- Emphazise with their feelings of powerlessness.
-- Be non-judgmental in your comments or responses.
-- Do not be defensive.
-- Do not rush to offer a remedy until you've heard the request.
-- Above all, do not play the game responsible or "we blame Thursday
Most of the time when a partner expresses discomfort, pain and suffering or pain, it is not to blame, but rather simply to express their hurt. "(SOURCE: Living a Blissful marriage, Lilian Gafni - in bookstores everywhere)
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