“Why won’t he just tell me how he feels?” “Why is it so hard to get him to open up?” “Does he have a genuine issue or is he just plain old stupid?” These are all questions I have received from frustrated women dealing with men who can’t seem to express themselves.
They feel like they are speaking to a brick wall and nothing seems to be getting through. This void of effective communication opens the door for a lack of trust, emotional neglect, confusion, and an overall unhealthy relationship. So what is really the problem? Why do so many men continue to struggle with expressing themselves? Here are some factors that contribute to this unfortunate issue:
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Stephan
Thank you! I’m learning how to effectively communicate with brothers and this article is so true. I just want to add when we as women really LISTEN and also ENCOURAGE them to express their thoughts and feelings, it makes them feel safe to open up. I realized awhile back I wasn’t giving them my undivided attention and truly interested in their response. I just wanted them to HEAR ME! It’s just as important that we HEAR THEM, TOO and not what we think they ought to say. BTW, I always glean from your articles! Happy New Year, my brother!