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Transformative Sharing and Listening
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Leslie Becker-Phelps, PhD posted:
Repeating arguments can become constructive conversations when you really hear the meaning behind your partner's requests. So often, the meaning below the demands or requests (e.g. be on time, talk with me more, clean up after yourself) is really about wanting to feel loved, respected, or valued.

What would it mean to you for your partner to give you what you are asking for? And, what would it mean to your partner for you to give them what they are asking for?


For this and more of Dr. Becker-Phels Blogs and info on relationships, please visit The Art of Relationships.
0 Replies |Watch This Discussion | Report This| Share this:Transformative Sharing and ListeningRepeating arguments can become constructive conversations when you really hear the meaning behind your partner's requests. So often, the meaning below the demands or requests (e.g. be on time, talk with me more, clean up after yourself) is really about wanting to feel loved, respected, or valued.<br /><br />What would it mean to you for your partner to give you what you are asking for? And, what would it mean to your partner for you to give them what they are asking for? <br /><br /> <br /> For this and more of Dr. Becker-Phels Blogs and info on relationships, please visit <a href="http://blogs.webmd.com/art-of-relationships/2012/07/transformative-sharing-and-listening.html">The Art of Relationships.</a> <br />
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