By Claire
Today, I'm going to write about something close to my heart at this moment in time: communication. It's one of those things everyone talks about being important in a relationship but never really explains how to go about doing it. Well, a year ago I had just finished taking a class on marriage prep. In that class, we discussed communication, especially "active listening".
Basically what "active listening" is, is not only acknowledging that you are listening by nodding or saying "uh huh" but also making sure they understand that you understand what they are saying. So, this means re-stating what they are saying in your own words. This can be very effective in communicating with your partner, parents, siblings, children, friends, etc. It shows that not only do you care enough to listen, but you are willing to prove you are listening.
So, what I guess I'm trying to say is that holistic living doesn't just apply to everything else we've discussed thus far. It also covers our relationships and our overall lifestyle. Communication is always key. Learn it, practice it, use it.
Love,
Claire
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