Comunication Key to A Happy MArriage
Key To A Happy Marriage
Orlando Gonzalez Sanchez
Ashford University
COM200: Interpersonal Communication
I. Introduction
A. Even though relationships “grow and improve gradually, as people get to know each other and become closer emotionally, or they gradually deteriorate as people drift apart,, Quality communication is defined somewhat differently from study to study, but research consistently has shown a link between happy marriages and "self-disclosure," or sharing your private feelings, fears, doubts and perceptions with your partner
II. Compromise is the key to successful marriage. Each partner should acknowledge and verbally validate the other’s beliefs and behaviors. In addition, each partner should be willing to compromise emotional security through exploring radically different methods of interaction. A partner who often plays the role of listener should begin to initiate and sustain conversations and vice versa. #1 – Compromise, Compromise, Compromise #1
A. Self-Disclosure
1. Social penetration theory
2. Social comparison theory
B. Explanation
1. Theory that states we engage in a reciprocal process of self-disclosure that changes in breadth and depth and affects how a relationship progresses.
2. States that we evaluate ourselves based on how we compare with others.
C. Self-Disclosure is purposeful disclosure of personal information to another person
III. Poor communication is often a primary problem in marriages. Understanding how one partner perceives and encodes poor communication while communication about emotional matters. Many couples find logistical matters much easier. So, discuss one or two goals and discuss strategies on how to achieve goals that fit your needs. Successful communication over non-emotional issues bolsters confidence for future communication attempts. #2 – Communication#2
A. Supporting Evidence
1. Quality communication over quantity.
2.
3. Respect your partner
4. Put Time and Energy into Communication
B. Explanation
1.
Orlando Gonzalez Sanchez
Ashford University
COM200: Interpersonal Communication
I. Introduction
A. Even though relationships “grow and improve gradually, as people get to know each other and become closer emotionally, or they gradually deteriorate as people drift apart,, Quality communication is defined somewhat differently from study to study, but research consistently has shown a link between happy marriages and "self-disclosure," or sharing your private feelings, fears, doubts and perceptions with your partner
II. Compromise is the key to successful marriage. Each partner should acknowledge and verbally validate the other’s beliefs and behaviors. In addition, each partner should be willing to compromise emotional security through exploring radically different methods of interaction. A partner who often plays the role of listener should begin to initiate and sustain conversations and vice versa. #1 – Compromise, Compromise, Compromise #1
A. Self-Disclosure
1. Social penetration theory
2. Social comparison theory
B. Explanation
1. Theory that states we engage in a reciprocal process of self-disclosure that changes in breadth and depth and affects how a relationship progresses.
2. States that we evaluate ourselves based on how we compare with others.
C. Self-Disclosure is purposeful disclosure of personal information to another person
III. Poor communication is often a primary problem in marriages. Understanding how one partner perceives and encodes poor communication while communication about emotional matters. Many couples find logistical matters much easier. So, discuss one or two goals and discuss strategies on how to achieve goals that fit your needs. Successful communication over non-emotional issues bolsters confidence for future communication attempts. #2 – Communication#2
A. Supporting Evidence
1. Quality communication over quantity.
2.
3. Respect your partner
4. Put Time and Energy into Communication
B. Explanation
1.