One of the foundations of a confident and healthy relationship is communication. When you are able to articulate your feelings, fears, and concerns in an honest and kind way, the relationship can flourish and grow. This vulnerability and authenticity is necessary for both people to feel safe and fully accepted—without fear of judgment, abandonment, or betrayal. When we don't communicate our needs and discuss our differences honestly and freely, intimacy will inevitably break down. Healthy communication also requires active listening with your full attention and an open mind. The most successful, intimate relationships involve proactive communication before a fight ever breaks out. However, conflict is inevitable, and conflict resolution should include collaborative problem solving and a mutual commitment to resolution without bitterness and recrimination.
Action Steps: Even if you think your
communication skills are good, it never hurts to fine tune them to make you feel
more confident and empowered in your relationship and to maintain intimacy and
trust. Sit down with your partner, and ask each other these relationship questions to open
dialog and understanding. Consider reading a relationship communication book
like Non-Violent Communication: A Language of Life
by Marshall B. Rosenberg or Getting the Love You Want by
Harville Hendrix. Make a commitment to learn about healthy relationship
communication and practice what you learn with your partner.
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