You’re Listening—So Why Doesn’t Your Partner Feel Heard?
You may be listening carefully, but your partner can still walk away feeling misunderstood. Discover eight common roadblocks to validation and practical habits that can help couples communicate with greater understanding.
Why Your Partner Doesn't Feel Heard (And How to Change That)
In working with couples, I have found one concept that is often unknown or misunderstood: validation.
During conflict, we need to slow things down long enough to validate our partner’s point of view. The good news is that validation is a skill we can learn and practice until it becomes more natural and, eventually, second nature.