Understanding and Sharing Needs: 8 Areas In Marriage - Real Testimonies - Part 1

Use the following scale to evaluate how well you and your spouse are doing in each of these areas: 

1 = Strongly Disagree 2 = Disagree 3 = Neutral 4 = Agree 5 = Strongly Agree

Needing to Realize Differences:

• We understand and appreciate our differences.
• We communicate with respect for our individual perspectives.
• We tolerate each other's unique ways of handling situations.

Needing to Manage Expectations:

• We discuss our expectations openly.
• We adjust our expectations based on mutual understanding.
• We avoid unrealistic expectations of each other.

Needing to Effectively Communicate:

• We communicate clearly and listen actively.
• We avoid arguments and resolve conflicts peacefully.
• We understand each other's communication styles.

Needing to Deal with Stress:

• We support each other during stressful times.
• We manage stress together effectively.
• We maintain balance in our lives despite external pressures.

Questions

Realizing Differences:

• How have you noticed your differences impacting your relationship? What steps can you take to better understand and appreciate these differences?

Managing Expectations:

• What unrealistic expectations have you had in your marriage, and how have you worked to adjust them? How can you continue to manage expectations effectively?

Effective Communication:

• What communication challenges have you faced, and how have you addressed them? How can you improve your communication skills to enhance your relationship?

Dealing with Stress:

• How do you support each other during stressful times? What strategies can you implement to better manage stress together?