10 Key Communication Exercises For Couples

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Structured conversations
Conversations can take on a life of their own. One minute, you’re talking about an issue currently plaguing your relationship, and the next, you’re bringing up something that happened five years ago. To remain in the present and effectively deal with current issues, Marriage.com recommends that coupes have structured conversations. To do so, couples should set aside time to discuss a specific subject and structure the dialogue using mirroring, validation, and empathy.