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Communication Skills To Use

Is communication really the key to good relationships? Yes! Learning how to communicate effectively is important in all relationships – especially when someone has Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).
Taking A Break From Confrontation
Communicating during times of intense feelings can be difficult. Borderline personality disorder (BPD) can result in extremely intense feelings and a need to express them. Sometimes taking a break from the conflict is the first step.
Feeling Statements - Saying What You Really Mean
Feeling statements, otherwise known as "I Statements", are powerful communication tools. Know what they are and how to use them effectively.
Communication Skills to Use Everyday
We communicate constantly, and tend to assume that what we are communicating is what we mean to communicate. However, often this is not the case. Learn some skills to avoid the misunderstandings, and learn how to hear what is being said and heard.
BPD Impact on Communication
Why am I always in trouble? Why doesn't he undertand how I feel? BPD can significantly impact communication in a relationship. Understanding the dynamic is an important step to addressing the problem.

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