Communication is at the heart of intimate human relationships, it is literally the foundation on which all else is built.
The ability to communicate is an essential skill individuals must master if they are to enjoy close relationships, in fact the ability and the willingness to communicate have been found to be among the most important factors in maintaining a satisfying relationship.
A survey identified five key communication issues that were common among unhappy married couples, the vast majority of unhappy couples 76% wish that their partner was more willing to share feelings, 69% of all couples had difficulty asking there partner for what they want, 64% felt that their partner refused to discuss issues or problems and 62% felt the partner made comments that put them down.
A study on premarital couples examined their comfort in sharing emotions and understanding their partners. The results showed that those with poor communication skills were more likely to divorce.
Communication is a complex process, but understanding key principles can help. For example, people constantly convey subtle verbal and nonverbal messages, regardless of their words or actions. This highlights an important principle: it is impossible not to communicate, as even silence or non-engagement sends a message. Many people assume that communication only happens through words, but in reality, silence can convey just as much-if not more-than spoken words.
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