5 Steps to Having Better Conversations

Every year, more and more young Unificationists commit their lives to one another, and the entire community comes together to celebrate and support their life together. For many, one the most common areas in need of support is communication.

From couples who are in the process of getting to know each other to those who have been married for years, having conversations is a big part of our daily lives. True Father spoke often on the relationship between husband and wife and the ultimate love and respect that two people work toward in marriage. The basic framework of a healthy relationship, and what the Divine Principle and relationship psychology have in common regarding communication, is that love is the center to having productive, rewarding and pleasant conversations. We often know this, but have a hard time applying it in the moment. How do we put our love at the center of our every word and action?

Not only newly engaged couples but even those who have been married for years can benefit from keeping their communication skills sharp and being aware of how they speak with their loved ones. Good communication plays a key role in any relationship—romantic, family, professional or business. In each setting, love and unconditional respect are what drive us to connect heart-to-heart in the most fruitful way possible. 

Have you fought recently with your spouse? Did you butt heads with your parents on an issue? When was the last time you spoke with your sibling? Do you have a hard time seeing eye to eye with your manager at work? Here are 5 steps to developing better communication.