Communication 1
What are some signs that you might have a problem with communication in a relationship? Blaming or accusing each other, a lot of misunderstandings, needing to repeat yourself over and over again
True or False
True
What are the 4 communication styles? kindness, respect, caring, loving
True or False
False- they are: assertive, passive aggressive , aggressive, and passive
You may demean your friendships without realizing it by saying: your are the worst, you never understand me, you always mess up, I can't tell you anything
True or False
True
Watch your body language, even if you do it unknowingly a disrespectful & negative body language will draw you apart
True or False
True- you need to listen to them and respect them when they are speaking
Do not assume how they feel or think because a relationship should be based on communication not assumptions, get the facts, when you assume things you could be believing a lie, so just ask them
True or false
True
What signs shows us that our communication needs to improve? Your not getting your point across, arguing all the time over misunderstandings
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True
What mistakes do we make in a relationship? We forget to watch our tone of voice, we exaggerate, give in too much, not standing up for yourself, giving a cold shoulder by not listening, ordering them around
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True
Be careful not to get defensive because: your defensiveness hurts your relationship on deeper levels than you may think, and will eventually destroy the relationship
True or False
True
We need to let our mate finish talking and not and not interrupt them, because it can be toxic to your relationship?
True or False
True- they will feel hurt because you do not care enough to listen to what they have to say and it causes a lot of misunderstandings.
Do not suppress your feelings because it can cause you to be at peace with yourself
True or False
False- it can cause physical and mental problems, always express your thoughts
Why is communication important in relationships?Builds trust, doesn't allow for misunderstanding, buids a good foundationn so relationship will last, Will avoid conflicts, will help your intimacy
True or False
True
Name some evident effects that good communication is lacking in your relationship? You fight more, you block yourself from letting them in, seems like nothing gets accomplished, feels like your in a rut, feels lonely
True or False
True
To form a steady healthy relationship you need to: listen, talk things out, do not bottle it inside
True or False
True
When we are bossy in our relationships, we are being a good partner?
True or False
False-it makes them feel thier feelings don't matter, you are belittling them and it is called emotional abuse
Do not let your emotions snowball because: you will do things you regret, it is easier to deal with them as soon as they happen, keep your communication open with each other, do not let them snowball
True or False
True
Why is communicating clearly important? So we understand each other, and to be able to get along
True or False
True
Name some bad habits of poor listeners? Interrupting, jumping to conclusions, frequently & abruptly changing the subject, inattentive body language, not responding to what they have said, fail to ask questions and give feedback
True or False
True
When pride gets in the way by: we tend to not apologize when in the wrong, and seek forgiveness
True or False
True- you need to be the first one to apologize and seek forgiveness, realize what you are doing, and think of a better way to communicate
How do we show active listening skills? By paraphrasing what they have said back to them, affirm what they said by nodding your head, always use good eye contact
True or False
True
One of the worst things you can do is dismiss people's feelings instead: treat them with respect, discuss the issue and show compassion, and listen to them
True or False
True
How do I communicate clearly? Watch your tone of voice, body language, and gestures make sure they match so they do not cause confusion
True or False
True
What happens when you demean your friendships, by criticizing them? They love it and thank you for it
True or False
False-they will feel that you think they are no good, they will either retaliate or feel like running
Do you want to win every argument, do you need to prove yourself right or need to always get the last word in, this is not communicating effectively it is competing and it doesn't work in relationships
True or False
True
What leads to boundary issues in your relationship? Is it because your not listening to them, ignoring them when they are trying to talk to you, not being clear to what their boundaries are
True or False
True
Keeping your relationship open and honest comes by expressing your feelings, and it will make your relationship healthy by doing so
True or False
True