Jodi PicoultWhen you showed someone how you felt, it was fresh and honest. When you told someone how you felt, there might be nothing behind the words but habit or expectation.
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In the world of relationships, it’s easy to feel comfortable telling someone exactly how you feel. After all, that’s the way we learn the skills necessary for communicating effectively. But, as we advance in our relationships, we can do well to remember that the best means of showing someone how you feel is to show it by how you act. When a person shows a person their true self by being honest and open, it feels fresh and genuine.
With a person who communicates through what they expect or habit, it’s often difficult to tell what they’re feeling or thinking. This can lead people into disappointment and misunderstanding as they try to determine exactly what’s going on inside that person’s head.
Source: Handle With Care
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