Direct communication is essential for healthy relationships from "summary" of Models by Mark Manson
Direct communication within a relationship is like oxygen for a fire. Without it, the fire will eventually suffocate and die out. When we fail to communicate openly and honestly with our partners, we create a breeding ground for misunderstanding, resentment, and ultimately, the demise of the relationship itself. Many of us have been conditioned to believe that keeping our true thoughts and feelings to ourselves is the key to maintaining harmony in our relationships. We fear that if we were to express our needs and desires openly, we would risk conflict or rejection. However, this couldn't be further from the truth. When we avoid direct communication with our partners, we are essentially denying them the opportunity to truly know us. We are hiding behind a facade, pretending to be someone we're not, and denying ourselves the chance to b...
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