Page 74 - Effective communication Skills by Dale King

Communicating isn’t easy. These tips might feel awkward or unnatural. They

will help you learn how to communicate better and help you build a strong,
healthy relationship.

Just like singing or painting, communicating in a relationship is just another
skill that you have to master. If you want to improve your communication
within your relationships, you should do these three things:

Unhealthy communication begins with difficult emotions or negative
thoughts. Words are the result of emotions and thoughts. Be mindful of what
is happening in your mind while you are talking to somebody. You have to

understand your emotions before you can communicate.

You need to be aware of your inner lens that is responsible for the way you
decode messages. A great tool to use is paraphrasing if you aren’t sure
whether or not you understand what your partner is saying. Use your words
to summarize the way you understood the message.

It is better to practice listening rather than talking. Try to focus on their facial
expressions while they are telling you their story. Listen without thinking

about what you should say next and don’t judge anything you hear.

You will soon see your relationship improve by using these three steps. Why?
Good communication shows appreciation. Good examples of ways to show
appreciation are: “I am curious about what you have to say,” “I enjoy talking
with you,” or” I value our time together.”

If you don’t have a lot of time, that is perfectly understandable. If you use the
above information, you will be on the road a happier, healthier romantic
relationship.