PART 1- SIGNS OF POOR COMMUNICATION IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP/MARRIAGE!!!

Here are 8 signs that one may need to invest in improving
communication in their relationship:

(1) Not listening – If someone always cuts off their partner whenever
they speak, they are causing a problem for their partner. Although not
always intentional, this pattern of behavior is rooted in selfishness
and should be addressed. The message it sends to the person being cut
off is their opinion and thoughts are never as significant or
valuable.
("If one gives an answer before he hears, it is his folly and shame."
~ Proverbs 18:13)

(2) Disrespecting the other person – If someone feels it is acceptable
to put down their partner or use insulting words that they know will
injure that individual, that is not conducive to building a healthy
relationship. It only tears down the person and destroys the
relationship from the inside. Remember, no person belongs to another
person. No one was put on earth to be anyone's property. We must treat
people as though they were truly crafted by God; see them as He does.
("Do nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others
more significant than yourselves." ~Philippians 2:3)

(3) Being easily angered - There are many reasons people become angry.
Most anger is rooted in hurt. However, we must still be accountable
for our actions and reactions. If someone has anger issues, they must
understand how it affects their partner. Their anger may cause their
partner to feel isolated, disenfranchised , or not free to share their
thoughts and opinions. Additionally, both people may begin to feel the
decline in sharing and that could lead to an increase in stress in the
relationship. This is an opportunity for a very difficult cycle of
struggle. They must seek the help they need.
("Know this, my beloved brothers:let every person be quick to hear,
slow to speak, slow to anger;" ~ James 1:19)

(4) Being passive aggressive – Many people think being calm and cool
means you have done the right thing. However, if someone is calm,
cool, and calculating then their approach and words are just as
harmful as the person who flies off the handle and yells
uncontrollably. We must ensure our motives are always pure and that we
are not subtly seeking to hurt others. Passive aggressiveness is one
of the most dangerous forms of communication.
("A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger."~
Proverbs 15:1)
(5) Being Argumentative - Couples will disagree. They will argue.
However, when someone intentionally provokes arguments for purely
selfish reasons (attention, making the other person stay longer,
getting their way, etc…) that is where the real problems come in. This
sort of behavior is an indicator for a deeper issue of an ungodly and
manipulative nature. Introducing this type of communication into a
relationship opens the door to many other issues.
("But avoid irreverent babble, for it will lead people into more and
more ungodliness" ~2 Timothy 2:16)

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