The “heart of the matter” is this – successfully married couples report a high level of satisfaction with the way they communicate with each other, and they attribute their marital success first and foremost to the fact that they have honed their communication skills over time.
These couples report that they never felt invalidated by their spouse, that they always felt their arguments were heard, and that their opinions always mattered. Learn the simple lessons of communication that these wonderful couples have taught us – and have now taught you!
Simple things matter in love and marriage. Love well.
By America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts
Dr. Charles D. Schmitz and Dr. Elizabeth A. Schmitz
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Effective communication has proved to be the key in successful marriages.
I do believe it takes time to for couples to reach a level of communication where either partner is entirely happy with how they communicate with each other.
Being able to listen to and respect your partners point of view, is a big step towards a happy marriage.
Ray,
Great comment. You are right on target!
Liz and Charley