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Interpersonal Communication

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Dear Sara and Tim, In order to maintain a successful and fulfilling marriage, we all know it takes work from both partners. As you set out on your journey together, it is important to remember that understanding the aspects of interpersonal communication is essential to learning how to effectively communicate with one another. Sara, when you have something you want to discuss with Tim, you want him to really listen and consider your point of view, right? Also, Tim, I know you feel the same way. I would like to offer you both some advice and give you some information that can help guide you in learning how to communicate with each other to the best of your abilities. To communicate effectively with one another, you must first …show more content…

My advice for you is to spend a little time each day to have conversations that focus on your thoughts and feelings on different subjects. This will allow you to learn more about each other on an equal level. According to Schoenberg (2011), “Quality communication is defined somewhat differently from study to study, but research consistently has shown a link between happy marriages and "self-disclosure," or sharing your private feelings, fears, doubts and perceptions with your partner” (para. 8). We have conversations all the time that are simply about every day, mundane things. Having more quality communication as a couple will allow your relationship to flourish and create a connection that goes beyond superficial. When you use strategies for managing your conflicts effectively, your relationship can grow stronger. There are going to be many things you disagree on, but if you handle them right they can be more of a learning experience than a heated argument. How you respond to situations is up to you. If something bad happens that leaves you both frustrated, you have a choice on how the situation will go. You may let your frustration cause the two of you to get into an argument, or you can work together to correct the situation. Thinking positively will influence your relationship greatly; just as negative thinking will. Self-care is also a strategy

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