{"id":522,"date":"2019-11-05T14:23:40","date_gmt":"2019-11-05T21:23:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lifestartherapy.com\/?p=522"},"modified":"2019-10-31T14:44:40","modified_gmt":"2019-10-31T20:44:40","slug":"why-is-communication-important-in-a-relationship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lifestartherapy.com\/why-is-communication-important-in-a-relationship\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Is Communication Important In a Relationship?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"fb-root\"><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a great number of factors that are involved in building a healthy relationship, especially when it comes to partnerships. Some factors are more important than others, and one of the most cited ones is communication. Some even go so far as to claim that it may even be the single most important part of a relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But why is communication important in a relationship? Some may argue that other factors, particularly connection, are most important for a fully functional relationship. While other factors such as connection are definitely important, they do not negate the significance of having healthy communication in relationships. Just as healthy communication can bolster a partnership, poor communication skills can potentially damage one.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communicating Through Difficult Times<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The need for good communication skills becomes even more important when relationships go through difficult times, which all relationships will have to endure at one point or another. Some examples of difficult times include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One or both partners suffering from addiction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financial strain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Death of a loved one<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long-distance relationships<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people might inquire, \u201cAre long-distance relationships healthy?\u201d When your relationship is able to employ solid communication skills, it will have a much better chance of emerging stronger than before, no matter what kind of situation you find yourself in.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy Communication<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is healthy communication? Simply put, healthy communication occurs when you and your partner are able to convey your wants, emotions, and needs in a beneficial, constructive manner. Healthy communication involves not only conveying information to one another but also receiving it in a non-confrontational manner.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, this is easier said than done. Healthy communication skills don\u2019t appear overnight, but there are several key parts to developing good communication skills within your relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lay Aside Defensiveness and Take Responsibility\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first key is to lay aside any defensiveness you may have and be willing to take responsibility for our own part in the relationship. In some cases, discussions that could be constructive and beneficial end up going over poorly due to one or both partners becoming defensive and either actively seek to justify their behavior or shift the blame onto others.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This requires you to constantly self-reflect over your own behavior and identify when you are angry or choosing to harbor negativity within the conversation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Actively Seek It Out<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second key to healthy communication is to actively seek it out. If you are not constantly trying to improve your communication skills, you won\u2019t be able to achieve healthy communication in your relationship.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples of Healthy Communication Skills<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter how well you know or love your partner, you are going to need to learn how to communicate clearly in order to avoid misunderstandings. As it takes two people to communicate, having communication skills will allow you to better understand one another.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve listed below a number of skills that you should strive to employ in your relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Verbal Skills<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you begin a conversation within your relationship, be sure to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think about what you want to say beforehand<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be clear about what you wish to communicate<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accept responsibility for your feelings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speak in a calm, positive tone<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use assertive \u201cI feel\u201d and \u201cI want\u201d statements<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask for feedback<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-Verbal Skills<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Non-verbal communication skills can be just as important as verbal ones. When you begin a discussion:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be aware of your body position and your facial expression<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Endeavor to be calm and relaxed during the interaction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have your body language match your tone of voice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit or stand at the same level as the other person<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listening Skills<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, communication isn\u2019t just about conveying information, it also deals with how you receive information. During a conversation you should:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allow the other person to speak without interruption<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Show genuine interest<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mute your phone or other communication devices to avoid distraction<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Improve Communication Skills with Your Partner<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy communication skills can be learned; however, some people may find it difficult to develop these skills. Luckily, there are things that you can do to help yourself learn.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first is to remain positive. Communication skills take time to develop, so don\u2019t get discouraged if you or your partner make a mistake. Be positive and encouraging in all of your interactions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can learn more about healthy communication in relationships by consulting a therapist or counselor. You can also learn more in our article on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/lifestartherapy.com\/how-to-improve-communication-skills-in-a-relationship-expert-tips\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to improve communication skills<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are a great number of factors that are involved in building a healthy relationship, especially when it comes to partnerships. Some factors are more important than others, and one of the most cited ones is communication. Some even go so far as to claim that it may even be the single most important part of a relationship. But why is communication important in a relationship? Some may argue that other factors, particularly connection, are most important for a fully functional relationship. While other factors such as connection are definitely important, they do not negate the significance of having healthy [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":523,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[25],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Why Is Communication Important in a Relationship? | LifeStar Therapy<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Healthy communication in relationships is crucial for developing the connections made between partners. 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