#essay: 10 tips for how now to be a jerk in your next fight Heres 1 of the 10 - click to read all 10! Avoid harsh start-ups. Relationship expert Dr. John Gottman says he can predict 96% of the time how a conversation will end based on its first three minutes. In PRINCE HARMING SYNDROME I share a a lot about tapping into what Aristotle called “the virtue of discipline” and “conscious insight.” Tapping into this dynamic duo definitely helps one to avoid using criticism, sarcasm or cruel words. Also be aware of not starting out blaming — or calling your partner bad names — or your partner will spend more time defending himself than attending to your needs and feelings. Instead, try beginning with a compliment about what you appreciate about your partner. Plus… be sure to include a reminder about how you really want to work on your relationship so it succeeds and you both can grow together. You can begin by calmly explaining how the conflict affects you — your feelings, values, dreams, goals. Recognize that eventually most fights do not stay about the fight’s topic — but rather the “way” people choose to fight — and consciously choose to share your concerns with warmth and integrity. CLICK TO READ ALL 10 TIPS FOR HOW NOW TO BE A JERK IN YOUR NEXT FIGHT~
Posted on: Tue, 15 Jul 2014 20:13:38 +0000
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