Compassionate Communication

All couples have disagreements, but not all couples have the skills to handle them well. Research suggests that the best indicator of divorce has to do with how couples speak to each other. When couples use judgmental and blaming language, their relationship is threatened. Without the skills to use words respectfully, even the smallest disagreements can block the intimacy and trust that couples need to succeed. As a relationship coach working with couples, I’ve seen how ineffective … [Read more...] about Hurtful Words are Based on Judgments