I came across this lovely poem and I thought, wow, this is brief, concise and to the point. Communication is not always easy but it really is the key, to all relationships. I feel that this poem is focused more on intimate relationships. General communication is different than communing in an intimate relationship. Communication is not something that we learn from anyone. It’s words within ourselves that we feel inside to be expressed. Not everyone is capable of expressing themselves especially intimately. It can be a real challenge to some people. There are reasons that can be deep rooted to cause such suppression. Their are several factors that may contribute to poor communication such as someone who has been raised in a home where they’re not allowed to voice an opinion and/or maybe if they did, it wasn’t valued. That can be traumatic for a child because it makes them feel as though they don’t matter. So as you grow older, communication becomes a challenge and that can lead to a journey of fear. Another reason can be a past relationship, when one has expressed themselves and given their heart and it wasn’t reciprocated. That can cause one to hold back emotions and never trust again. Sometimes people are reluctant to express themselves in a relationship in fear that either they will be hurting themselves or the person their involved with. Dishonesty also is another reason for poor communication. For whatever the reason maybe, again communication is the key.
A healthy relationship is based on honesty, trust and mutual respect. Feeling free to express good or bad without judgement. You don’t know what the other person has been through. You need to have the courage and b able to face the truth whether you like it or not. Challenge is not always bad. It can actually be a good thing so that it can build up your character. We all have things that we need to work on. If you think your perfect, think again! Always keep in mind, “It’s not what you say, it’s how you say it.” You don’t necessarily have to be abrupt when expressing yourself. If there’s something you don’t like, say it nicely. Expressing your emotions not only helps each other grow, it also helps release heavy burdens that are kept inside that can cause resentment and pain. In order to build a healthy relationship, again honesty is the best policy and top priority. Deception is only deceiving oneself. So if you want a great relationship, be true to yourself and the person you’re involved with.
If your in a relationship with a person and feel that you can’t express yourself because they may retaliate, then you’re dealing with someone who is either very immature or borderline psychopath. And that’s a whole other issue. Below is a brief and concise poem that I wrote for a relationship communication.
Key To Relationship Communication
Relationship is the start to opening up each others heart.
Communication is the key, but remember to speak your words responsibly.
To spread your teachings when in need, In helping each other to succeed.
Advice Columnist Claire
