It’s all about Life-Communicate
August 25, 2009
Today my wife Vickie and I celebrate 34 years of marriage. As the special day approached, we’ve talked about many reasons our marriage has succeeded: our love for each other, the commitment we made, our three sons and our two precious grandchildren.
One reason we don’t speak about often, yet do all day is, communicate. We talk about everything! It’s a key reason our marriage has thrived.
My Communication Workshops are based on eight communication Life Skills. I call them Life Skills because they are about life: in business, relationships, community, social and our beliefs. Life is so much better when we are communicating effectively and really thinking about others.
I think often about what an important role communication plays in our lives. How do I have a conversation with Vickie without eye contact? If I speak continuously without pausing, am I showing regard for her? If I speak without passion, how will she know how I really feel and what I truly believe?
Communication like love and so many other things is often taken for granted. Have you taken a communication inventory lately? Do you communicate with the other person in mind? Do you listen to learn? Do you communicate to influence and inspire?
One of the key reasons for our successful 34 years is our commitment to work continuously on our communication.
Communication, it’s for Life, Love and Happiness.
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Congratulations on celebrating 34 years of marriage with your wife!
You’re absolutely correct in saying that communication plays a vital role in our lives. And I love the questions included in your post — Great reminders to stop and think HOW we’re communicating with other people. Making a mental note right now to always remember to do the following when talking with others: keep the other person in mind, really listen to what it is they have to say, and communicate with the purpose to influence and inspire. Good stuff! Thanks, Karroll!