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Changing your words will change your relationship. "You-statements" show no ownership of emotions but rather blame, accuse and assume the receiver. "You-statements" make your partner feel defensive and resentful. An "I-statememts" on the other hand, is to express how you feel inside, "I-statements" reduce hostility and defensiveness. When using "I-statements" you take responsibility for the part you played in the disagreement and display the openness for deep listening and resolution. I Statements, Deep Listening, Relationship Lessons, Relationship Therapy, Healthy Communication, Relationship Advice Quotes, Relationship Psychology, I Am Statements, Healthy Relationship Tips

Changing your words will change your relationship. "You-statements" show no ownership of emotions but rather blame, accuse and assume the receiver. "You-statements" make your partner feel defensive and resentful. An "I-statememts" on the other hand, is to express how you feel inside, "I-statements" reduce hostility and defensiveness. When using "I-statements" you take responsibility for the part you played in the disagreement and display the openness for deep listening and resolution.

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Pro tip: Therapists use this trick 😉 Use reflective listening to let your partner be heard. Reflect back on their thoughts and emotions instead of trying to solve problems or give advice. #psychologyfacts #psychologist #psychology #psychologymemes #psychology_health #healthylifestyle #healthyliving #healthybehaviors #healthpsychology #wellness #wellnessjourney #relationships #couples #parenting #parentingtips #relationshiptips Listening To Your Partner, Reflective Listening Skills, Couples Therapy Communication, Empathetic Listening Responses, Couple Communication Exercises, Therapist Interventions, Empathetic Listening, Parent Relationships, Therapist Tips

Pro tip: Therapists use this trick 😉 Use reflective listening to let your partner be heard. Reflect back on their thoughts and emotions instead of trying to solve problems or give advice. #psychologyfacts #psychologist #psychology #psychologymemes #psychology_health #healthylifestyle #healthyliving #healthybehaviors #healthpsychology #wellness #wellnessjourney #relationships #couples #parenting #parentingtips #relationshiptips

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