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Summary
A brief summary of key
principles and actions necessary to overcome communication
difficulties is provided.
KEY
PRINCIPLES
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- Anyone can learn to
communicate effectively.
- Thoughts and feelings do
not change facts
- When two people adhere
to the Three Rules for Good Communication (Be Kind, Be Honest, and
Have Constructive Intent) they can discuss almost anything in a
sensitive and productive manner.
- Any intent, let alone
action, designed to control another person is disrespectful and
unhealthy for the relationship.
- Making excuses for your
companion or blaming yourself for his undesirable behavior only
serves to support the behavior and increase the likelihood that it
will continue.
- Like two pillars
independently yet jointly supporting a bridge, a healthy
relationship is likewise supported by two independent,
self-reliant people.
- You do have the right to
do what you think is right, regardless of what someone else may
think.
- When you give 100% of
your attention to the person you are talking with, you will think,
feel, and communicate better. In addition, the other person will
be apt to feel and appreciate your full attention.
- To attempt to reason
with someone who is being unreasonable, is
unreasonable.
KEY
ACTIONS
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