A good marriage thrives on good communication between husband and wife. Effective communication allows good thoughts and feelings to flow between a couple. Men and women share similar communication needs, but there are some key differences between what each gender needs from their partners to have a satisfying relationship. As men or husbands, it is important to pay attention to the communication needs of women. This is because the more successful we are at making our partners feel loved, the better our chances of getting own needs as well. The following tips could be helpful:
Be a responsive listener.
When women say something there is usually a deeper meaning, so try to listen for the deeper meaning. Try to understand her thought process. (guys really do talk in simpler facts, which makes it more difficult for us to understand subtleties sometimes.) Instead of dismissing what she said because it wasn’t clear or assuming you know what she’s saying, ask questions for clarification when needed.
Give her details.
Details are more important to her than to you. YOU have to remember that just because details aren’t important to YOU doesn’t mean they aren’t to her. So afford her the pleasure and painstakingly furnish her with the details of the gist.
Listen without fixing
Listen to her without trying to interrupt her, because you think you know what she wants to say. Don't be a smartass, let her express and exhaust what's on her mind. Sometimes she simply wants your ear and not your expert insight.
Brag to others about her.
Let your wife hear you bragging about her to other people. She’s wonderful, right? Let her know you recognize it. Of course, this should be genuine. She appreciates hearing you affirm her to others. Some guys have the vigor for putting down their wives in public. It's like that's what they have to do to inflate their ego. Tell you what, it's a sheer indication of insecurity and weakness.
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