Using the 5 Levels of Communication & Avoiding Communication Breakdowns | Ep. 647

Are you familiar with the 5 levels of communication and where they fit in your marriage? Do you use all 5 levels in your marriage? The basics of communication sound simple on paper, yet most couples are struggling to communicate effectively. And when communication falls short, your connection suffers, conflict ramps up, and marriage isn’t the partnership you hoped for. 

Today Dr. Kim shares these levels and how to use them, so you can access all 5 types of communication your marriage needs and avoid common communication breakdowns with your spouse. Tune in to learn more! 

We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage. 

Episode highlights include: 

• 5 communication levels you and your spouse need

• Simple tips for avoiding common communication breakdowns 

• Getting to deep communication with a less talkative spouse 

• Common mistakes husbands and wives make with deeper communication

• How to respect your spouse’s personal communication style

*Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here! 

Couples Conversation Guide: 

Main takeaway:  When you talk, be mindful of communicating in ways that your spouse will be able to really hear you. When your spouse talks, listen well, and don’t neglect any of the 5 communication levels.

Questions to Discuss: 

1. Which levels of communication come more naturally in your marriage? 

2. Which levels are harder to use? 

3. What is one thing you can do today to make sure you communicate in a way your spouse will be able to receive well? 

QUOTES 

• “Communication is so essential. I don’t know if there's ever a couple that comes in for counseling and it’s not an issue.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling  

• “It sounds simple enough, but at the same time most couples are struggling with communication.” - Lindsay Few 

• “It’s important that you pay attention to each other. That you value it and listen to each other.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling 

• “There are so many distractions in life. It’s important to tune in.” - Dr. Kim Kimberling  

• “Instead of blaming our spouse because they’re not listening well, ask how well am I communicating with them?”  - Dr. Kim Kimberling  

• “We have a responsibility to grow in self awareness, and marriage is a beautiful way to do that.“ Lindsay Few 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:  

• Turn to God and ask him to renew your mind with our NEW resource, 11 Prayers To Stop Thinking Negatively About Your Spouse

• 15 Better Assumptions To Make About Your Spouse is a free printable to help you set your mind on what is true, right and good. Learn more here! 

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