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5 Biggest Communication Challenges in Relationships
Communication is a key part of any relationship.
It doesn’t matter if it’s a romantic or platonic relationship, communication matters in every relationship. Without clear communication, every relationship will have problems. But many of us don’t actually have clear communication. In fact, some people aren’t even completely sure what clear communication is.
There are a lot of challenges that can inhibit communication. Some are specific to romantic relationships, while others only apply to friendships, parent-child relationships, or other specific relationships. But some are common across all relationships.
These five communication challenges are frequently found across all types of relationships.
Not listening & trying to understand the other person’s POV
Your partner is trying to tell you about a problem they see in your relationship. Your child is telling you about a situation at school. Your best friend is talking about the new person they’re dating.
All too often, when this happens, we do one of two things:
· We listen to respond (defend ourselves or someone else)
