Communication in Marriage

Our inherent temperament play a big part in determining how we communicate as couples.

How can our understanding of our spouse’s temperament help us understand how they communicate?

Learning how to listen doesn’t require a degree but it does take training.

What are some of the things we can do to make our spouse know we are listening?

We all agree that actions speaks louder than words.

In your group act out the following scenes.

Oh I missed you so much honey.

Your spouse has just told you. They are hurting; how do you express comfort.

How do you let your Spouse know you are interested in what they saying, Act with no words.

Our inherent temperament play a big part in determining how we communicate as couples.

How can our understanding of our spouse’s temperament help us understand how they communicate?

Learning how to listen doesn’t require a degree but it does take training.

What are some of the things we can do to make our spouse know we are listening?

We all agree that actions speaks louder than words.

In your group act out the following scenes.

Oh I missed you so much honey.

Your spouse has just told you. They are hurting; how do you express comfort.

How do you let your Spouse know you are interested in what they saying, Act with no words.

9 Steps You Can Take to Improve your Couple Communication Skills

Be pro-active instead of reactive and avoid the “I did this because you did that” way of thinking. When you are reactive, you are blaming someone or something else for your behaviour. Your actions come from within you, from your chosen standards and values, not from an external source. When you are proactive, you determine the direction of your life and don’t allow any external thing to excuse your behaviour. It means you take personal responsibility for who you are and what you do.

Give positive affirmations. Compliment, praise, thank and acknowledge your partner. Don’t assume that your partner knows...