Overcoming defensiveness: 7 tips for better communication in your relationships

1 month ago

Have a politically divided family? These tips help you talk across the dinner table

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Have a politically divided family? The two of them say they don't agree on "pretty much anything" politically — and there have only been a handful of times they've voted for the same person. Sponsor Message Polling data from SNF Agora Institute at Johns Hopkins University shows that almost half of the U.S. electorate thinks members of the opposing political …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Insecurity In A Relationship Might Cause Trouble In Paradise; Ways to Make Your Partner Feel Secure

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Love alone is not enough to sustain a long-term relationship or bond. Here are some simple ways to feel secure in a relationship: Open CommunicationEffective communication is about sharing your inner thoughts, feelings, and concerns honestly. Engaging in activities that both partners enjoy strengthens your bond and reinforces the connection you have, making both partners feel more secure and engaged …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Overthinking To Controlling, 5 Negative Habits To Give Up Before Starting A Relationship

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Getting into a relationship is a big decision that you should take after proper consideration. Here are some habits you should let go before entering into a new relationship: Overthinking: If you start thinking too much about every word and step what your partner does then it is a possibility that this can cause distrust and tension in your relationship. …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Dealing with the Silent Treatment and Blame Game in Relationships: Steps to Take

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Finding yourself in a relationship where your partner resorts to the silent treatment and blame game when they make a mistake can be incredibly challenging. Use “I” Statements Express your feelings and concerns using “I” statements, such as “I feel hurt when you don’t acknowledge your part in this situation.” This helps avoid blame and reduces defensiveness, promoting healthier communication. …

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5 months, 1 week ago

7 Reasons Why Healthy Conflict Can Improve Your Relationship

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Conflict and disagreement are very common in any relationship. A well-handled conflict can also help in growth, connection, and intimacy within a relationship. Therapist Lucille Shackleton has shared her views on the matter through an Instagram post titled, “Healthy conflict can improve your relationship.” Let’s take a look at a few points she has highlighted: View this post on Instagram …

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6 months ago

5 Cs to keep in mind before you move in with your partner: The essential checklist

Hindustan Times

5 Cs to keep in mind before you move in with your partner: The essential checklist You are ready to take the next big step in your relationship, move in together. Here are 5 'Cs' you should keep in mind for a smooth cohabitation transition.. 1 / 6 View Photos in a new improved layout Moving in with your girlfriend …

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9 months ago

Communication errors that are holding couples back: Relationship specialist explains

Hindustan Times

Communication errors that are holding couples back: Relationship specialist explains From not having difficult conversations to assuming instead of asking, here are a few communication errors that we make in. From not having difficult conversations to assuming instead of asking, here are a few communication errors that we make in a relationship. 2 / 6 One of the biggest mistakes …

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10 months ago

Relationship tips: 10 warning signs of poor communication in marriage

Hindustan Times

Relationship tips: 10 warning signs of poor communication in marriage From selective listening to defensiveness, let's explore some telltale signs of poor communication in marriage and their potential impacts on. From selective listening to defensiveness, let's explore some telltale signs of poor communication in marriage and their potential impacts on the relationship. 1 / 11 A strong marriage is built …

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10 months, 1 week ago

6 ways to stay regulated in a difficult conversation

Hindustan Times

While having a difficult conversation, we may feel a surge of emotions. Sometimes negative emotions can be very difficult to deal with, and that can make us fall prey to unhealthy communication patterns. 6 ways to stay regulated in a difficult conversation Six ways to stay regulated in a difficult conversation: Clarify the intention: It is important to clarify our …

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10 months, 1 week ago

How successful couples handle conflict : Life Kit : NPR

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The secret to lasting love might just be knowing how to fight Enlarge this image LA Johnson/NPR LA Johnson/NPR If you love someone, learn how to fight with them. "Conflict really has a purpose," says John Gottman, "and the purpose is mutual understanding." It aims to teach couples "how to have conflicts that don't push them apart but instead produce …

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10 months, 2 weeks ago

Open Communication to Active Listening: 5 things to do in your relationship to reduce misunderstanding

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Every relationship, no matter how strong, encounters misunderstandings. Here are 5 key practices to cultivate clear communication and reduce misunderstandings in your relationship. Practice active listening: Effective communication involves not just speaking, but also listening attentively. Practice active listening by giving your partner your full attention when they're talking. Remember, a strong foundation built on genuine connection fosters better communication …

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1 year ago

Tips to have difficult conversations when you are scared of conflict

Hindustan Times

There are times when we are afraid of getting into a misunderstanding, argument or a conflict. Be it childhood trauma or the fear of abandonment, often we shy away from having difficult conversations because of the fear of rejection and chaos. "Navigating difficult conversations can be daunting, especially if you're someone who naturally shies away from conflict. Tips to have …

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1 year ago

Communication killers in a relationship that we should know about

Hindustan Times

Communication is one of the foundation blocks of a happy, healthy and safe relationship. Then switch and the second partner begins to share," wrote Relationship Specialist Rose Viggiano. Click to join Past conversations: When we constantly try to prove what was said and not said in past conversations, we keep going back to past trauma and experiences that are not …

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1 year ago

How To Identify Unresolved Conflicts And Their Impact On Relationships

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Relationships, whether within families, romantic partnerships, or elsewhere, inevitably encounter conflicts. Without this, parties might harbour bitterness, leading to a gradual drifting apart in their relationships. In a recent Instagram post, relationship advisor Julia Woods emphasised that conflict itself isn’t the issue; rather, the challenge lies in not effectively resolving conflicts to foster growth and connection within relationships. The problem …

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1 year ago

Common pitfalls in relationship we should know about

Hindustan Times

A relationship is based on the foundation blocks of love, affection, loyalty, understanding, communication and trust. In a healthy relationship, the people equally put effort in creating a healthy space for exchange of emotions and vulnerability without the fear of being judged for who they are. Click to join Expecting change: We can always expect our partners to change according …

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1 year ago

Common pitfalls that can hurt a relationship

Hindustan Times

A relationship demands a lot of understanding, trust and loyalty, communication forms one of the foundation blocks of a healthy and safe relationship. If these relationships harbor unhealthy patterns, it's likely that our romantic partnerships will follow suit.⁠ This gravitational pull towards familiarity leads us to select partners who unconsciously allow us to reenact these patterns. Click to join Thinking …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Signs that you are not communicating well

Hindustan Times

Signs that you are not communicating well From tiptoeing on topics to hiding our disappointments, here are a few signs that we are not communicating well in. From tiptoeing on topics to hiding our disappointments, here are a few signs that we are not communicating well in a relationship. And let's not forget you would like to feel loved, valued, …

1 year, 1 month ago

Things that insecure people do in relationships

Hindustan Times

Insecurity is a negative aspect in a relationship. However, sometimes people have insecure attachment style, and they shape their emotions in a relationship based on that attachment style. Relationship Coach Rebecca Ore shared insights related to insecurities in a relationship and noted down a few things that insecure people do in their relationships. Click to join Keeping score: Be it …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Small things that improve relationship health

Hindustan Times

Communication, trust, loyalty and understanding form the foundation blocks of a safe, happy and healthy relationship. A relationship requires constant efforts from the partners to make things work out. While we should ensure to focus on the big things such as compromise, understanding each other, addressing difficult topics and having uncomfortable conversations, the small things help in binding the relationship …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Behaviors that are considered red flags but help in making a relationship better

Hindustan Times

A relationship requires equal efforts from both ends to make things work out. Sometimes, we see a relationship and the behavior patterns and consider certain things as red flags – however, they are genuinely responsible for making the relationship healthier. The Therapist further noted down a few behaviors that are often mistaken to be toxic, but in fact, help in …

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1 year, 2 months ago

Things that can create emotional safety in secure relationships

Hindustan Times

In a relationship, it is important to create a healthy space for the people involved – this helps in creating more space for growth and understanding. While intimacy, communication, loyalty and trust are important in a relationship, emotional safety helps in stabilising the relationship and creating better connections. "One major thing that separates secure relationships from insecure relationships is the …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Understanding Projection: Signs we may be projecting on our partner

Hindustan Times

Projection is a psychological phenomenon where we end up projecting our thoughts, feelings and attributes on the partner in a relationship. Yes, I understand that it seems your partner seems to get things wrong all the time or they don't seem to know the right things to do etc., but hey! Understanding Projection: Signs we may be projecting on our …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Reflective Listening To Never Lying, 5 Tips To Build Trust In Your Relationship

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Trust is the backbone of a strong relationship because it fosters security and emotional intimacy. Practice reflective listening People should try to share one vulnerable thing with their partners each day to feel habitual to an honest expression. Danielle Laura, a relationship counsellor, told thehealthy.com, “Practice the art of reflective listening as they share, repeating back to them what you’ve …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Is constant bickering in your relationship getting out of hand? Here are 5 ways to help you de-escalate

Hindustan Times

Most relationships, friendships and jobs involve disagreement at some point. Tips for De-Escalating Bickering Clinton Power, relationship counsellor and marriage therapist shared in his recent Instagram post five effective ways to de-escalate when you find yourself bickering. It's crucial to press the pause button if you can't solve a simple problem in 5–10 minutes and are continually covering the same …

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1 year, 4 months ago

7 toxic mind games that can destroy your relationship

Hindustan Times

7 toxic mind games that can destroy your relationship Let's explore seven toxic mind games that have the potential to destroy even the strongest of connections.. 1 / 8 View Photos in a new improved layout The human mind can be both a paradise of love and a destructive battleground in the complex world of relationships. 2 / 8 View …

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1 year, 4 months ago

What is Fexting? Know how to avoid the most problematic relationship trend in 2023

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It’s 2023 and technology has advanced and evolved even further than it already had in 2021. One of the most problematic relationship trends of 2023 is called 'fexting', and it’s important to understand what it is and how to avoid it. Fexting is a combination of the words 'fighting' and 'texting', and it’s basically sending text messages that are meant …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Difficult conversations to have while dating

Hindustan Times

A relationship should be a healthy and a happy place for the people involved in it. Difficult conversations to have while dating Here are a few difficult conversations that we should have with the partner when we are dating: Exclusivity: We deserve to know if the relationship is exclusive. Meeting friends: When we start to meet the friends of the …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Secure ways to respond when we are triggered

Hindustan Times

When we are securely attached to someone, we are more in control of the way we react. "Being insecurely attached does not mean you’re a bad or less worthy person — it’s an indication that you may not have been taught healthy ways to cope and adapted alternative mechanisms to help you get by. Here’s some good news though: if …

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1 year, 5 months ago

10 examples of how your partner may be gaslighting you in a relationship

Hindustan Times

The foundations of a strong link in the world of relationships are open communication and trust. Gaslighting is one such manipulative technique that certain partners may use, which may be emotionally damaging and impair a person's sense of reality. In order to make the other partner doubt their senses and sanity, one spouse quietly alters the truth, disputes facts, or …

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1 year, 5 months ago

You Should Probably Start Paying More Attention To 'Bids' In Your Relationship

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Catherine Falls Commercial via Getty Images If you want a better relationship, you need to start paying attention to "bids." “The hope of the ‘bidder’ is that the ‘bidee’ will ‘turn towards’ the partner in response,” she said. “When one partner says, ‘I’m going to bed,’ the hope is that the other partner will say, ‘I’ll be there soon too’ …

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1 year, 5 months ago

How to learn to tolerate discomfort to be secure in relationships?

Hindustan Times

Tolerating discomfort does not mean that we have to put up with a toxic relationship. "Being in a secure relationship requires both people to simultaneously tolerate their own distress while hearing and holding space for the other person's distress. If you didn’t see your parents doing this with each other at home, or you weren’t taught these skills, it can …

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1 year, 6 months ago

Skills we need to practice for secure relationships

Hindustan Times

Relationships are meant to be a safe and secure space for growth. A healthy relationship involves trusting each other, being open to having difficult conversations, stating needs and expectations in clear words and standing by each other no matter what happens. However, more often than not, we need to inculcate a lot of skills in us in order to make …

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1 year, 6 months ago

Things that deplete your energy in relationships

Hindustan Times

A relationship takes a lot of effort, understanding and companionship to make it work. Communication forms one of the building blocks of a relationship – it helps in creating a healthy space in the relationship where we can grow, individually and also together. However, we should also focus on saving energy and focusing it on things which make the relationship …

Relationship

1 year, 8 months ago

7 big relationship mistakes couples make and how to avoid them

Hindustan Times

Being in a committed relationship can be one of the most fulfilling and rewarding experiences in life, but it's not without its challenges. Despite the best intentions, many couples make mistakes that can lead to frustration, hurt feelings, and even the end of the relationship. From failing to communicate effectively and ignoring each other's needs to taking each other for …

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1 year, 8 months ago

Reasons why some things are best left unsaid

Hindustan Times

Confrontations are inevitable in any relationship. Learning to navigate through confrontation and find a common ground of mutual agreement is a skill that we learn on the way. “While it’s important to learn how to handle confrontation there can be times when confrontation or speaking up is not the ideal choice,” wrote Psychotherapist Emily H Sanders. Reasons why some things …

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1 year, 8 months ago

Ways to calm an aggressive child

Hindustan Times

Ways to calm an aggressive child Here are some general tips that can be helpful in calming an aggressive child:. 1 / 6 View Photos in a new improved layout Aggression in children can be complex and have various underlying reasons, so the approach to calming an aggressive child may vary depending on the specific situation. 2 / 6 View …

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1 year, 9 months ago

Signs that your communication style is just right

Hindustan Times

To have a healthy and safe relationship, it is important to communicate with your partner. With time, the people involved in the relationship undergo change, and when it is clearly communicated, it helps the other person understand and acknowledge the growth and changes. To have clear communication in a relationship, it is important to have an understanding nature, be open …

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1 year, 9 months ago

10 common parenting mistakes to avoid for better relationship with your child

Hindustan Times

10 common parenting mistakes to avoid for better relationship with your child Check out some common parenting mistakes that you can avoid to build a better relationship with your child and help them thrive.. 1 / 11 View Photos in a new improved layout As parents, we all strive to do our best for our children, but sometimes we may …

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1 year, 9 months ago

7 situationship red flags you should not ignore

Hindustan Times

7 situationship red flags you should not ignore Whether you're currently in a situationship or considering entering one, understanding these red flags can help you navigate the complexities of modern dating and build healthy, fulfilling relationships.. 1 / 9 View Photos in a new improved layout A "situationship" is a romantic relationship that lacks a clear definition or commitment. 4 …

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1 year, 10 months ago

The benefits of healthy communication in relationships and how to do it

Hindustan Times

Effective communication is the backbone of any healthy relationship. When couples can effectively communicate their thoughts, feelings, and needs, they are better able to understand and empathize with one another. Furthermore, healthy communication also leads to greater emotional intimacy and vulnerability. Express oneself clearly and assertively: This means being able to express one's thoughts and feelings in a way that …

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1 year, 10 months ago

Here’s How You Can Have A Healthy Argument With Your Partner

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In a relationship, it is quite common that your partner and you may have some differences. Even in the most perfect relationship, people won’t always agree with each other and that’s fine. It is somewhat critical for the longevity of your relationship to have an open discussion about different issues or disagreements instead of arguments. Here is how you can …

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1 year, 11 months ago

How to authentically apologise: Psychologist shares tips

Hindustan Times

In relationships, we often end up hurting people unintentionally. That's why it is important to know how to authentically apologise in order to mend the relationship, and the make the person feel better. How to authentically apologise: Psychologist shares tips Psychologist Nicole LePera is known for sharing such deep insights on relationships on her Instagram profile on a regular basis. …

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1 year, 11 months ago

Ways to create healthier relationship with your partner: Expert shares tips

Hindustan Times

A relationship is a journey of two people through good times and struggles in order to ensure a safe space for both of them where they can grow and become better versions of themselves. However, after the initial phase of falling in love, a relationship becomes a long journey laden with challenges which requires two people to get over each …

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1 year, 11 months ago

5 words and phrases to avoid during conflict with your partner

Hindustan Times

Conflict in any relationship can be difficult and stressful, but when it comes to conflicts with your partner, it can be especially challenging. Communication competency doesn't mean you have to agree with your partner; rather that you are able to listen, validate, gain more understanding of one another, and come away feeling closer," says, Jordan Dann, Psychoanalyst and Relationship Coach …

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1 year, 11 months ago

Common dysfunctional communication defenses: Therapist explains

Hindustan Times

Often during difficult conversations any any form of relationship, we get into defensive mode in order to escape from the feeling of undergoing a difficult conversation. In those moments it’s not uncommon for our defenses to flare up and ultimately derail the conversation- even if that’s not what we are consciously attempting to do.” Common dysfunctional communication defenses: Therapist explains …

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1 year, 11 months ago

Healthy relationship reminders for 2023

Hindustan Times

Healthy relationship reminders for 2023 From open communication to valued personal space, check out the top healthy relationship reminders for couples to make their relationship thrive in 2023.. 1 / 7 View Photos in a new improved layout Successful and happy relationships require constant efforts. 2 / 7 View Photos in a new improved layout Open communication: The ability to …

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2 years ago

5 Things That Are Clear No-nos In Any Relationship

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Most people will get into a romantic relationship at some point in their life. One can knowingly or unknowingly indulge in behaviours that can hamper their own and their partner’s growth in the long term, and can also destabilise the relationship. Holding a grudge may also consciously or subconsciously show up as ill-will towards your partner. Comparing Comparing your present …

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2 years ago

5 ways being a good listener can improve your relationships

Hindustan Times

A majority of people do not listen when others are speaking. One can work towards being a good listener as it has many benefits even for the relationships in our life. Good listeners also tend to be more patient and open-minded, which makes them better able to handle difficult conversations. On National Day of Listening, Dr Tugnait also shares with …

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2 years ago

10 Signs Your Partner Is Feeling Insecure and What You Can Do About It

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Relationships are the most magical aspects of life, one that empowers both partners to be the best versions of themselves. Jealousy Insecurity in a relationship comes when one partner feels inferior to the other and thinks they might lose them. Sybil Shiddell, Country Manager India, Gleeden, shares, “When a partner is feeling insecure, it is important to empathise and understand …

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Overcoming defensiveness: 7 tips for better communication in your relationships

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