3 Benefits of Listening in A Relationship

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    No relationship can flourish without effective communication between the couple. We always hear about communication being the key in a relationship. Listening and effective communication is the key point that connects husband and wife together. Effective listening and communication is the key point that connects husband and wife together. Effective listening and communication strengthen family relationship. Listening is not an innate skill that all people possess, it is a skill that we must endeavour to learn.
    However, If we are always talking and not listening, then communication becomes meaningless. It is not easy to hear what someone else is saying, especially when our feelings, thoughts, and opinions are different. Effective communication in a relationship makes any relationship easier, sweet and enjoyable for both husband and wife. Any relationship that lacks effective communication might lead to misunderstanding, frustration, unhappy life, fighting or divorce of such relationship. There are many reasons why you should listen effectively in a relationship.
    The following three reasons are why learning to listen to benefits our relationships.

    1. It Shows Respect

    Without a doubt, listening to another party’s words shows a sign of respect to the speaker.  When having a discussion, listening to the other person shows that you respect what he or she is saying. Even though we disagree with what’s being said, we still need to respect thoughts and feelings of this individuals. To show respect to your partner, you need to listen to whatsoever your partner is saying.

    2. It Helps Us To Understand

    It’s difficult to understand what someone is trying to tell us if we aren’t listening. Listening helps to understand why someone is feeling a certain way. Once we understand, we can move forward with the situation and take the steps needed.


    3. It Helps To Be Approachable 

    In relationships, it is one good thing knowing that someone is always there to talk to us about anything. Learning to listen can help others feel comfortable approaching us anytime they need or want to talk about anything bothering them. We are likely to have a more open and healthy relationship if we are approachable.
    We want others to respect, understand and be approachable to us right? Work on learning to listen and watch your relationships grow in positive ways.
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    Saminu Abass Ola who is popularly called ‘Mr. Possible‘ is a young motivational and inspirational speaker and writer, who is also the brain behind this wonderful blog. He is also passionate about Social Marketing. He believes in the abilities of others and tends to bring out the hidden potentials in people’s lives through his motivational articles and words of inspiration.

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    5. And then, it created an atmosphere for lovers to better understand what they are both going through. It is one thing to want to share ones inner issues, and it is another to want to listen. Both goes hand in hand. The other should ofcos be willing to share.

    9. Really, listening, understanding, etc…stc..must be observed by couple in dealing with daily activities; for them and the children too. Yes, in any relationship, listening is a must and decide what is right and take action.

      • Franc, you are absolutely correct. Communication without effective listening in a relationship is nothing. Thanks for visiting SABTrends and I also appreciate your contribution.

    15. In any relationship, be it romantic or not, listening plays a key role in communicating with the other person. That's how you connect and understand each other. These are all so true, indeed.

      • Elizabeth, you have said it all. Communication and listening is the key in any form of relationship be it romantic or not. Thanks for visiting SABTrends and I also appreciate your contribution.

      • RainbowDiaries Singapore you are right. The sentence above says Listening is not an innate skill that all people possess, it is a skill that we must endeavour to learn. Thanks for visiting SABTrends and I also appreciate your contribution.

    17. I certainly agree that the only way to solve a problem is to listen from each other. However, this applies only if the two are willing to make it happen.

    18. Besides listening, I think making efforts to be in one also help in the relationship. Listening effectively also need to be linked to communicating effectively. If not it's still a one-way thing… 🙂 great advice!

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