Families, communities, and nations
are strengthened by good communication. Effective communication is essential
for understanding, and good understanding is important for strong
relationships. There are no more important relationships that that between
family members.
In order to have good understanding,
we must have effective communication. Here are ten suggestions for more effective communication.
1. Pause for a moment to think before
responding, especially to sensitive matters.
2. Be trustworthy and honest in order
for others to always believe what you say.
3. Do not attempt to rush communication.
Take time to pay attention to what is being said because family
relationships are the most important ones.
4. Be willing to adapt your ideas to
others and don’t expect others to indulge you.
5. Be present in the moment and devote
your full attention to the person or people
to whom you are communicating. Listen with
your eyes.
6. Be aware of what is being said in
non-verbal ways. Body language speaks volumes.
7. Listen to understand, not just to
respond. Listen with compassion in tender moments.
8. Stay positive, be patient, and
keep an open mind.
9. Follow-up after communicating,
particularly after discussing sensitive matter.
10. Ask for feedback from others and
be willing to consider it.
Some other ideas found on Facebook to
improve communication are as follows: (1) If you are missing someone, call
them. (2) If you want to get together with someone, invite them. (3) If you are
seeking understanding, explain. (4) If you have questions, ask them. (5) If you
do not like something, say so. (6) If you like something, say so. (7) If you
want something, ask for it. (8) If you love someone, tell them today.
Communications between family
members are the most important ones on earth. They deserve our best efforts
because good communication strengthens families and strong families strengthen
communities and nations.
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