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Posted on November 30, 1999 by Joy Stoyle | Posted under Communications
Miscommunication
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Miscommunication is the number one problem in relationships on many levels. This includes between spouses, parents with their children, and even with a boss and the employees. Such miscommunication can be drastically reduced when there are some safety measures in place. First, respect and listening need to be skills you have. Most of us don't realize that we spend more time talking than listening. When you change that you will find that miscommunication occurs less often. By giving feedback about what the other party has said, you can also make sure miscommunication doesn't happen as much. Simple restating what you think they have said to you only takes a moment or two. Yet it can save you both plenty of time and hard feelings in the end. If you can provide visual aids, that too can help prevent miscommunication. It gives the other party something to really see and that makes the concept more concrete in their mind. Couples need to learn what triggers miscommunication in their relationship too. Establishing rules about when to cool off in an argument and when to give the other person the floor are important. When miscommunication does arise, be willing to forgive the other party. Keep in mind that they didn't do this intentionally. We often assume that the way we saw something was the way others would. We also tend to assume that if someone knows us well they will definitely find the meaning we choose to share with them. Sometimes miscommunication can actually be funny and you will get some laughs out of it. Most of the time though that doesn't occur so do your best to eliminate it as much as possible. If you are on the side of often not getting what is going on, make sure you start asking more questions before the conversation ends. If you are often misunderstood, learn better ways of effectively communicating. You will find that communication in a positive manner is often the key to many conflicts. By avoiding miscommunication you can do plenty of prevention in your own life and for those around you. When you do experience miscommunication, take responsibility for it and learn from it. Device a plan of action to reduce the chances of that same scenario occurring again in the future. About The Author: |
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