Be a Better Communicator

DID YOU KNOW . . . communication difficulties are likely the cause of broken friendships more than one single negative event? Effective communication is one of the best indicators of a healthy relationship. Being able to express thoughts, feelings, and concerns that are received, responded too, and engaged with is vital.

While relationships are complex and friendships can be both a source of enjoyment, as well as, immense pain there remains a desire in all of us for long-term and thriving relationships. Instead of experiencing a communication collapse, shutting down, and moving on, how can we give space for our relationships to deepen in moving toward genuine connection?

Some helpful tools:

1. Speak with honesty and without exaggeration. Think clearly through what you want to say and how you’re saying it.

2. Keep current. Don’t hold it in. Make connection your priority over justifying the distance in the relationship you’re holding onto.

3. Carry empathy. Be kind and caring, taking time to see it from another’s perspective.

What other tools can you think of?

Ephesians 4:29 TPT “And never let ugly or hateful words come from your mouth, but instead let your words become beautiful gifts that encourage others; do this by speaking words of grace to help them.”