If you can not tell the other person what is wrong, how can you expect a positive change. 

Almost all relationship problems stem from poor communication. One of the most important aspects of a successful relationship is effective communication between both parties. By developing your communication skills, you and your partner will be able to establish and preserve a loving, respectful relationship between two people who love each other.Communication is a person's way of expressing ideas and feelings. It involves the collaboration of two people as they share and examine all of their perceptions,feelings, ideas and thoughts to come to an accurate understanding of what is happening. 

Honest,direct communication is a key part of any relationship. When both people feel comfortable expressing their needs, fears, and desires, trust and bonds are strengthened. Communication will help you to comprehend a complicated issue. It will help to deal with probably the most confusing and or complicated circumstances. Communication should bring you and your partner closer to each other.  It should be used to break down the barriers that keep you apart, not to build up fortifications between you. 

In relationships a high level of communication is one of the most important things you can share with your partner. Sharing what happened at work, what the kids did at school, if you are having a bad day,what you love most about each other, and even talking politics! Building communication and what you have in common is a great way to build a stronger relationship.

You can improve your relationship today, right now, by putting into practice some of these tips for improving the communication in your relationship.·        

Stop and listen  

Care to hear      

Show receptive body language, show you are interested in listening

Try to minimize emotion when talking about important, big decisions     

Be ready to cede an argument    

Be open and honest with your partner 

Agree to disagree

Most important - Be fair. Do not say or do something that you do not want to hear or bear. 

In relationships a high level of communication is one of the most important things you can share with your partner. Sharing what happened at work, what the kids did at school, if you are having a bad day, what you love most about each other, and even talking politics! Building communication and what you have in common is a great way to build a stronger relationship. 

Dr Sunil Kumar Sharma

Relationship Therapist and Marriage Counselor