10 Lessons In Communication | Couple Things

This week on Couple Things, we talk about some of the things that we have learned over the past 5 years of marriage as it pertains to communication. We aren't professionals, but we want to pass along some things that have worked for us and really upgraded how we communicate with each other. Here are some of the topics that we cover: 0:00 introduction saying thank you instead of I’m sorry 3:56 monthly check-ups/ having a system 6:27 expectations when your partner is away 12:07 the importance of accurate ETA’s 16:49 meeting your partner halfway in conversation 20:37 the harm of blanket statements 23:29 owning your mistakes 27:48 being aware of your mood 30:58 always try to have a conversation 33:52 using your words wisely 37:16 being involved in your partner's excitement 40:36 your tone 45:14 If you haven’t yet, please rate Couple Things and subscribe to hear more. Follow us on Instagram to keep the conversation going at   / couplething.  . And if you have suggestions/recommendations for the show, send us your ideas in a video format – we might just choose yours! Email us at [email protected]. We're supported by the following companies that we love! Check them out below: Butcherbox ▶ New members receive one pack of bacon in every box for the lifetime of their membership! Simply visit http://www.ButcherBox.com/couple Upward ▶ Download Upward for free today in the app store! https://apps.apple.com/us/app/upward-... Follow My Instagram ▶   / shawnjohnson   Like the Facebook page! ▶   / shawnjohnson   Follow My Twitter ▶   / shawnjohnson   Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶   / andrewdeast   Follow My Instagram ▶   / andrewdeast   Like the Facebook page! ▶   / andrewdeast   Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast