How to Communicate Better with Your Man

Men and women each have their own unique way to communicate with one another. Women tend to be more detail oriented when discussing an issue or problem and usually add emotions and opinions. Men tend to be more vague, stating only important facts and usually leave personal feelings out of the discussion.

In order to bridge the gap of communication between the sexes, women can change the way in which they try to speak to their husband or boyfriend in order to have a more interactive conversation.

Women should follow these ideas and techniques:

1. In order to get him to interact with you, make sure to ask questions . If you go on and on, he may think that you are venting, and do not want him to chime in.

2. Make sure that the time that you are choosing to talk about whatever is important to you is appropriate. If he is in the middle of watching the big game or just got home from work, he is less likely to listen attentively. Choose a time without distractions to discuss it.

3. Don’t bore him with too many details. It’s important to give him all the details that make the story or situation make sense, but try to refrain from adding too much extra information. Keep it as short and sweet as possible, while still getting your point across.

4. Make sure he knows that this conversation is important to you. He may not realize the seriousness or importance this subject has for you.

5. Don’t get angry with him if he doesn’t understand why you are upset. If Lucy at work said a offensive comment to you at lunch and you’ve been brewing on it all day, your guy may not be able to relate. Men are not as easily agitated by other people’s rudeness as women.

Please keep in mind that a slight communication problem between you and your guy isn’t his fault or yours. Just try to meet each other in the middle and compromise. With time, communication between the two of you will flow more smoothly and eventually you will both talk to each other in a way that works for both of you.