How Effective Communication Solves Family Issues of The Generation Today

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By yui lockhart

The generation today face a lot of problems. Work, Family, Career all juggling in your hands, carefully managing them to maintain the balance in your life. But as you prosper these elements, some people find it hard to achieve something if his/her family is in a mess. It all starts there in our home, where we can find our happy place. We cannot avoid conflicts with other people especially with our family members. All people are different because we have our own viewpoints. This must be taken in consideration that FAMILY is not the only contributing factor to our principles and we tend to have small conflicts with them. These small conflicts lead to bigger ones if not solved.

Dealing with family issues is a hard thing. The connection between them is different from other people. But have we thought why is it harder to fix the problems with them? Think of this situation: Your sister borrowed something for you without your permission and you don't want this attitude. You two ended up fighting and scolding each other for the reason that you can't meet at the same point. Pride takes place and at the end of the day, the issue is not solved.

The list of family issues varies from person to person. But is there really a formula in solving all these problems? Of course there is. Here are some tips on how to solve them.

  • TRY PUTTING YOURSELF IN OTHER'S SHOES - The problem is there already, we can't avoid it. All we have to do before our rage burst out is to have the time to think things over. Ask yourself why or what is the reason behind all these conflicts. What is her reason for doing it so. Why you're son is acting that way? Why is your wife nags you all the time? Every action leads to a cause. And you must find that reason. Once you have understood all that, have the time to talk things over, calmly.
  • PRACTICE EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION- Petty reasons become strong arguments because of lack of communication. You never allowed others to explain their side, and yet you try to impose your view point. You let them speak, yes but have you asked yourself if you were really listening? Try to set aside your anger and open your ears and mind. Look at their point in a lighter view.
  • SET ASIDE YOUR PRIDE- Pride is the worst enemy of love. It makes you blind to different things that can really make you happy. Ego is not included in the family dictionary. Try to forgive, try your best to forget. Love them with all your heart because in the end, it is your family who will be there for you and no one else will.

Teenage family issues happens because most of the parents think they were right all along and they have the right to think so. But everybody must remember that we are blind to some aspects of our action that it tend to hurt others w/o knowing the adverse effects that it bring. Be conscious on your own actions and be also aware that dealing with family issues is not an easy thing anymore if the situation got worse. Have the time to do small talk with your family. It won't cost you too much time but it will save your family's future because of this. Small talks can make wonders. It can make someone appreciate what they have, what they will loose. Don't underestimate the power of words. These can make you or kill you.

Give and take, these are the important elements of communication. Think before you speak. Little words can make someone angry, and they can come up to different conclusions that will tell what perspective they will have about you. There are tons of list of family issues that are left unsolved because of the lack of communication.

Be conscious, be aware. Ask and you will have the answer. If you have problems with them, try to understand them first and reason out why they do such thing. If you can't find any good reasons why they are doing it so, have the patience. They are your family, and no one loves you as much as they do.


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KrystalD profile image

KrystalD Level 5 Commenter 3 months ago

Great tips on family communication. I think being able so see something from someone else's prospective is very important. I know I still struggle to let go of things when I feel very passionate. Thanks for sharing!

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debbie roberts Level 6 Commenter 3 months ago

Communication within a family is important and not always straight forward,as you've pointed out, but taking the time to listen and maybe agreeing to disagree can work wonders....There is also unconditional love, which you will probably find nowhere like you do within a family - except maybe from your faithful mut!!

Thank you for your tips and sharing...

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Injured lamb Level 5 Commenter 3 months ago

Thanks for the sharing of this, love this words of yours..."They are your family, and no one loves you as much as they do..." appreciate the tips you have shared especially the third one ~ set aside your pride ~ great job done yui rockhart

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pinto2011 Level 3 Commenter 2 months ago

Hi Yui! You have touched really a great issue. Really with simply thinking and only with patience we can lead a more happier life and make others happy too.

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yui lockhart Hub Author 2 months ago

KrystalID- of course, we must be open to other's feelings and we must hear them out in order to have a peaceful communication within a family. Thank you for reading my hub!

Debbie- you are so welcome dear :)

Injured Lamb- I know it because I have a family who loves me unconditionally, I hope you have one too!

Pinto2011- Thanks for the appreciation. These past days we have been suffering from this issue and I thought of writing a hub about it. Now it is all settled.

sherwincruz 8 weeks ago

Communication at home is very important to keep the relationship intact.

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