050. How to Openly Communicate What You Really Want
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It's our 50th Podcast Episode and to celebrate we've got a gift for YOU (keep reading and make sure to listen in to find out more)…
One of the biggest challenges we've faced as a couple has been learning how to openly communicate — especially when we don't agree.
Mike tends to raise his voice, criticize and make demands. I tend to disconnect and hold my tongue even when there's something I really should be communicating.
We spent years stuck in painful cycles of conflict, misunderstanding, and confusion. Thankfully, healthy communication is a skill we have intentionally developed — and it's made a HUGE difference in our ability to resolve conflict and deeply connect.
We discovered that communication is something we can all improve on. Especially when we understand our personal communication style and we're willing to move away from unhealthy patterns that are toxic to our relationship.
In this week's episode, we'll uncover the four common styles of communication and help you develop the skill of clear, honest, and more assertive communication so you can speak your truth, truly be heard, and connect more with your spouse.
We also have a special gift for you that we'll share in this — our 50th — episode! Some couples will take the tips in this episode and make meaningful progress…but others might need some support in exactly how to break free from painful cycles of unresolved conflict and disconnection. If that's you, we can help!
You probably want to feel connected to your partner — even when you're in disagreement. You want to cooperate as a team, speak honestly and respectfully to each other, and problem-solve in a way that's constructive. We can coach you on how to develop all these things - and to celebrate our 50th episode, we're going to knock $100 off!
All you need to do is use the coupon code EPISODE50 at checkout when you click this link to register. But don't wait because this offer only lasts until October 1st, 2020. We can't wait to connect with you soon!
You'll Discover:
The four primary styles of communication (we're always using at least one)
Huge benefits to assertively communicating what you really want
The best way to honestly communicate and create more connection
Common roadblocks to effective communication and practical ways to overcome them
10 tips to becoming more assertive, speak your truth, and be heard
Resources from this Episode:
Nick Wignall's Article: Assertiveness: A step by step Guide to becoming more assertive
Episode 35: Are You Controlling Conflict or Is It Controlling You?
Episode 27: How to Set Clear Boundaries and Safeguard Relationships
Get $100 off communication coaching, just use the coupon code EPISODE50 at check out when you click here to register — but don't wait, this offer expires on October 1st, 2020
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