Talking Too Much

If you have a problem communicating in your relationship – stop talking!

Good communication is key in a relationship – but talking too much can ruin it. Marriage therapist Steven Stosny explains, if you spend years talking to someone – using the same language and inflections – it’s easier for them to tune you out. Once that happens – it’s a natural reaction to talk even more to get your point across – which usually backfires.

When you REALLY need to talk – make it count. Consider reaching out and touching your partner first. Stick to the point you really want to get across and consider changing your usual tone a bit.