Posts Categorized: Communication Skills Advice

How to Argue with Your Partner

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Typically relationship experts focus on how not to argue with your partner, not with them. Yet, being able to stick to the discussion, even when there is a disagreement or conflict, is important for maintaining communication. There are ways that you can stick to the argument without it blowing up out of control. One Idea:… Read more »

How to Strengthen Your Relationship

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Have you ever considered how to strengthen your relationship? It’s not as hard as it sounds, and there are many ways that you can work towards improving your relationship. This can be as simple as sending a text message or being willing to work together with your partner when facing a crisis, such as illness…. Read more »

What to Do When Your Relationship is Toxic

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You know the feeling of being in a toxic relationship. When you are with that person it’s not a matter of if things will go bad but when things will go bad. Over time, this is emotionally and mentally draining. Eventually, your body will suffer too from the stress. Your relationships should not make life difficult… Read more »

Managing vs. Solving Conflict

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Usually, when couples are having a disagreement or argument the assumption is that they should solve the conflict. However, Dr. John Gottman of the Gottman Institute says that most conflicts are unsolvable. Therefore, partners should seek out how to best manage their conflicts so that they don’t harm the relationship. First, couples need to know… Read more »