PSYCH 243 Lecture Notes - Social Contract, Double Burden, Potential
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Familiarity breeds contentment because of the predictability. Minimizing, ignoring or excusing less than ideal. Fear of losing an argument or fight. Convey feelings: indicate understanding of what is said to them. Communicate about a wider range of subjects. Preserve communication channels and keep them open. Show more sensitivity to each others feelings. Personalize their language symbols pet terms and phrases. Staying on target: don"t bring up other issues until the 1st one is resolved. Specifying behaviors to change: minimize ambiguities (explain clearly what you are trying to say) Giving non-defensive feedback: don"t accuse the other person. Not expecting immediate solutions: look for day by day solutions. Males: biological (greater sexual fulfillment or variety) Males: loss of personal esteem as a male. Moderate: indicates personal importance, can enhance relationship. Offspring to love and be loved by. Less time with spouse shared activities including sex. Unexpected inconveniences immediate demands, illnesses, etc. Who does what according to traditions (the old days)
