We all want to be special to our partner- to feel important, to be desired, ultimately to be loved and secured. These needs can lead us to do or say many irrational things such as fighting, pursuit, insult and even bullying a partner which ultimately damages the relationship and decreases the chances of feeling loved and secure. We can work …
6 Tips to become a better listener in your relationship
One of the major causes that couples seek professional help for is their difficulty communicating, especially listening. This prevents couples from understanding each other and, even more importantly, from solving problems or compromising. Therefore, the same problems keep coming up time after time. I want to clarify that most people do not learn to listen effectively. We usually learn how …
10 Tips to have a more Constructive Argument
Arguments and discussions can lead to ugly places. Having an arguments is necessary in order to achieve solutions at times. In my previous Blog Destructive Arguments I mentioned what NOT to do during an argument. Here are 10 Tips that can help you have more constructive arguments and reach understanding: Set aside a quiet time to discuss the problem Take …