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Wednesday, October 12, 2005 |
3
Communication Pitfalls to Avoid
Dr.
Brenda Shoshanna
What
are the secrets of effective
communication? How do we truly get
what we want while also giving our
partners what they need? Let's look at
the top three communication problems
that most couples have -- and see how
they can be solved right here.
Pitfall 1: Communicating to
Manipulate
Sometimes
we communicate solely for the purpose
of getting what we want, when we want
it, whether the other person is able
to give it or not. We sulk, pout,
threaten, cajole or do whatever we can
to make the other person feel bad.
This kind of communication, however
temporarily effective it may be, has a
terrible effect on the long-term
health of any relationship. Give it
up. Respect what the other person has
to offer. If they cannot give what you
want to you, see if you can give it to
yourself.
Pitfall 2: Communicating to Deceive
Needless
to say, this is one of the most
dangerous kinds of communication, one
that destroys many relationships.
Lies, exaggerations, games and general
deceptions all cause confusion and
pain. They shake the very foundation
of the relationship and eventually
cause a deep breach in trust. Be
conscious of the danger of this and
stop it before it starts. If this is
something that sounds familiar to you,
address it in your own behavior first.
When you are honest and forthright,
you will no longer be willing to
accept deceit from others. You will
have integrity in your relationships,
and a sharp eye.
Pitfall 3: Communicating with Double
Messages
Double
messages -- saying one thing and doing
another -- are a very prevalent form
of deceit. This can also take the form
of promising something, either with
actions or words, and not delivering.
Double messages cause a great deal of
confusion. Always pay attention to a
person's actions. They are more
aligned with the truth than their
words. If their words contradict what
they're doing, ignore what is being
said. Understand that the person is
conflicted and split within
themselves, and don't allow them to
make you feel that way as well.
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more about the surprising truths about
love that will save your relationship,
by working with the unique program in
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