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My husband and feelings?

how can i help my husband learn to recognise his feelings and explain them Better, any suggestions or websites that help with learning that.

Tnx

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  • Jill B
    Lv 5
    6 years ago
    Favorite Answer

    We don't know your husband or the kind of relationship you have. Consider asking him (and yourself) some questions.

    - Does he best express himself verbally, or through actions?

    - Does he like to write? If so, perhaps little notes or short letters might help him to open up.

    - Is he the kind of person that avoids confrontation or otherwise uncomfortable situations because he fears it means there's something "wrong" in the relationship? (Lots of people are like this - it's fairly common, so don't take it personally).

    I agree that encouraging him to use small words is a good start, but I think the best thing YOU can do is ask yourself: Are you receptive to his emotions and how he chooses to express himself? Meaning, do you RESPECT him, acknowledge him, listen carefully, and never judge him for opening up, no matter how significant or insignificant it may seem to you in the moment? Teasing him about feeling upset, sad or even happy about anything might seem normal, but be careful as he might take light teasing while he's being vulnerable as a sign of rejection.

    It sounds like a paradox and even counter intuitive, but the truth is: the best way to get a guy to open up and explain his feelings better is to NOT expect him to do just that, and let go of the need for him to do so. If a man really wants to open himself up, he will. When he does, acknowledge him and thank him for sharing his feelings. Men are best responsive when they feel encouraged and rewarded for their behaviour.

    You're allowed to ask him fair questions, such as when there is a disagreement. Just be sure you're not egging him on for an emotional response. Lots of men have trouble expressing their emotions and it takes time and practice for them to change that. So, have patience, and encourage him to be at his best.

    Good luck! :)

  • Jill
    Lv 5
    6 years ago

    consider doing a course together. Prepare/Enrich is a wonderful tool course for couples based in USA but is run all over the world. (core communication coaching) this organisation also runs workshops for....Google the site and find out the dates and times for workshops in your area. Enrich is awesome for married couples and you guys get to spend some quality time together. These workshops are very informative and assist both parties to learn how to communicate feelings and thoughts as well as enriching several areas of intimacy in your relationship. Good luck

  • 6 years ago

    Don't trust on cheap websites i think you should tell him in simple words that baby if you do this i feel happy if you will not do this i feel sad decision is yours.

    I think this is better way

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