{"id":444,"date":"2016-09-29T14:40:36","date_gmt":"2016-09-29T14:40:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pfauerbachtherapy.com\/?p=444"},"modified":"2023-06-22T05:41:18","modified_gmt":"2023-06-22T05:41:18","slug":"men-5-ways-improve-communication-in-relationships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pfauerbachtherapy.com\/men-5-ways-improve-communication-in-relationships\/","title":{"rendered":"Men, 5 Ways to Improve Your Communication in Relationships"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Have you been struggling to effectively communicate with your partner or family member? Communication in relationships is always a learning process. Yet, there are ways that you can improve your communication skills and better express yourself to those whom you care about.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Communication in Relationships Tip #1: \u00a0Don\u2019t be Distracted<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>If you are trying to communicate with your partner, then don\u2019t be distracted by outside interference. This means you might:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Turn off the television. \u00a0Even better, have the discussion in a room without a TV or other screen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Turn off your cell phone. \u00a0Don\u2019t let your device draw you away when you\u2019re trying to communicate with your partner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Refrain from doing another task while you are having a\u00a0conversation (such as washing the dishes).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Set a time and place where you know that you won\u2019t be distracted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Try to make this a daily event when you and your partner can spend an hour or so together without interference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What you have to say is important, so make sure that you are deliberate\u00a0in\u00a0setting a time and place that allows you to express yourself.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Communication in Relationships Tip #2: \u00a0Be a Good Listener<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>It may sound counterintuitive, but one of the best ways that you can become a better communicator is to be a better listener. When you listen effectively, you send the message that you care about what your partner says. If you feel the urge to respond immediately\u2026don\u2019t. Take a moment to absorb what is being said. Being reactive says that you aren\u2019t really listening, and are more interested in arguing. \u00a0The trick of being a <a href=\"\/\/pfauerbachtherapy.com\/so-she-wants-to-talk-6-listening-skills-to-help-you-hear-her\/\">good listener<\/a> is to listen for understanding rather than listening to prepare your response.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Communication in Relationships Tip #3: \u00a0Watch for What You Don\u2019t Say<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Our nonverbal communication says much\u00a0more about what we think or feel than we realize. You may\u00a0say that you are interested\u00a0and\u00a0listening to your partner. But if you fail to make eye contact, roll your eyes, or even turn away, your\u00a0actions reveal a lot more about your attitude. Be conscious of your body movements so you can stay \u201con message\u201d when talking with your partner.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Communication in Relationships Tip #4: \u00a0Separate the Person from the Action<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>It may be that when communicating with your partner or family you will feel angry. Perhaps they did something that brings up difficult emotions for you. All you want to do is tell them how much they\u2019ve hurt you and that it\u2019s their fault. What if you could separate the person from their actions? Can you\u00a0be upset with your loved one, but refrain from\u00a0writing them off ? Being able to separate a person from their actions helps you see circumstances\u00a0from a more neutral perspective. This\u00a0tempers any overreaction that might makes things worse. \u00a0Begin with &#8220;I feel&#8221; statements rather than &#8220;you&#8221; statements. \u00a0This is known as &#8220;gentle start-up&#8221; and makes it easier for the listener to hear the concerns and not get defensive.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Communication in Relationships Tip #5: \u00a0Have a Sense of Humor<a href=\"\/\/pfauerbachtherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/shutterstock_95305537.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-192\" src=\"\/\/pfauerbachtherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/shutterstock_95305537-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"communication in relationships\" width=\"329\" height=\"219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pfauerbachtherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/shutterstock_95305537-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pfauerbachtherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/shutterstock_95305537.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 329px) 100vw, 329px\" \/><\/a><\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Having a sense of humor can go a long way towards slowing down negative\u00a0reactions to situations. Yelling or blaming others isn\u2019t going to solve anything. Laughter is a better way to cope, and easily\u00a0puts you in a better frame of mind for a\u00a0productive conversation.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Consulting with a Therapist for Communication Skills<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>If you still find yourself struggling with communication in relationships, consult with a therapist. A therapist trained in <a href=\"\/\/pfauerbachtherapy.com\/relationship-counseling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">relationship counseling for men<\/a> can teach you tools to improve your communication skills, provide perspective, and understanding.<\/p>\n<p>Knowing how to effectively communicate is a skill that always requires practice. \u00a0However, it is possible to learn and improve those skills. By interacting with less distraction, knowing how to \u00a0listen, having a sense of humor, becoming more aware of nonverbal communication, and responding rather than reacting, you take some simple, effective steps toward better communication in relationships. \u00a0For additional tips on ways to more effectively communicate, visit Philip&#8217;s <a href=\"\/\/pfauerbachtherapy.com\/relationship-counseling\/\">Relationship Counseling for Men<\/a> page or call Philip @ <a href=\"tel:+18137593278\">813-759-3278<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you been struggling to effectively communicate with your partner or family member? Communication in relationships is always a learning process. Yet, there are ways that you can improve your communication skills and better express yourself to those whom you care about. 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