Join us in this engaging discussion as we explore the essential role of communication in nurturing healthy family relationships. Together with our guest, Derek Boylan, we shed light on how communication serves as the bedrock for expressing needs, conveying information, and solving problems between partners, parents, and children. We reveal the surprising insight that habitual avoidance of conflict is a significant predictor of divorce, often more so than constant arguments. By addressing the silence and lack of communication that often precede a breakup, we aim to empower listeners to foster open dialogues in their relationships.

Discover the nuances of effective communication, where tone and body language can significantly influence interactions. We discuss the common challenges couples face, especially in the early stages of their relationships, such as negotiating household responsibilities and making joint decisions. Miscommunication can lead to defensiveness, but with patience and a flexible approach, couples can navigate these challenges more successfully. By sharing personal anecdotes, like adjusting roles in managing household finances, we illustrate how treating negotiations as experiments can enhance understanding and cooperation.

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The brain loves novelty but what's novel today is boring tomorrow. Setting goals is a great way to help keep relationships fresh and continue growing. In new or old relationships, goals help families to stay excited about the future and give a sense of purpose and direction. Goals help us to prioritize the use of our time, money and resources. They give families a common purpose and they become milestones on the journey.

In this Focus Session Derek describes how goals work to strengthen families and explores how to set goals as a family. Need more? Derek Boylen is an experienced relationship counselor and is available for private consultation.