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How do you feel when your spouse tells you “we need to talk”? Do you get excited? Or do feel a surge of dread, anticipating an unpleasant conversation about what may have gone wrong? Most marriage experts would affirm that communication is key in marriage — but just how can spouses do so effectively? Neal Black, the former Associate Director of FamilyLife Canada, discusses 6 key areas that couples can practice to improve their communication.
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Never too many reminders and encouragements on marriage enhancement! Thanks for this great one!
i agree with ruth i am sure we can always use good ways to enhancing our marriage
I agree with expressing ones feelings at the right time. I tried using “I feel ____ because you do ____”. But somehow it goes back to me. He would say “I am ____ to you because you’re ____”. I’m the type who easily gets discouraged. I’m not used to expressing my feelings that when I open up and get shut down, I clam up.
Marie, learning to communicate our feelings is a life-long process isn’t it? I agree it can be difficult especially when our spouse reverts to old habits. But clamming up isn’t a good idea either so I would encourage you to keep trying.