This disconnect can lead to frustration and conflict in relationships from "summary" of You Just Don't Understand by Deborah Tannen
When we are communicating with others, we often assume that the way we express ourselves is clear and easily understood. However, what we fail to realize is that our communication style may not necessarily match that of the person we are speaking with. This mismatch in communication styles can create a disconnect that leads to frustration and conflict in relationships. For example, some people may prefer to communicate directly and to the point, while others may use more indirect and subtle ways of expressing themselves. This difference in communication styles can cause misunderstandings, as the direct communicator may perceive the indirect communicator as being unclear or evasive, while the indirect communicator may view the direct communicator as being aggressive or rude. Furthermore, men and women often have...
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