IN THIS EPISODE, we explore & define The 5 Communication Styles
We explain the difference between being assertive and being aggressive
We provide tips on how to break out of being passive and get your needs communicated
We share insight on how to tell if you’re dealing with a manipulative communicator
& We help you pinpoint just what type of communicator you & your partner(s) are
Some online resources for your benefit:
We came across these articles about the 5 Communications Styles model
https://www.valamis.com/hub/communication-styles
and
https://www.uky.edu/hr/sites/www.uky.edu.hr/files/wellness/images/Conf14_FourCommStyles.pdf
https://www.workpatterns.com/articles/communication-styles
I think Psychologist Claire Newton describes them best in this cool chart she made: https://www.clairenewton.co.za/my-articles/the-five-communication-styles.html
The model is geared towards workplace relationships, but we saw that it’s just as applicable towards our romantic ones.
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