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Tommy Nelson in his series- The Song of Solomon identifies these things for us to be aware of when in conflict with our spouse.<P>12 Things Not to Do when communicating with your mate<P>1. Don't Speak Rashly<BR>2. Don't Confront your mate publicly<BR>3. Don't confront your mate before the kids<BR>4. Don't use the kids<BR>5. Don't say "you never..." or "you always..."<BR>6. Don't get historical<BR>7. Don't raise your voice<BR>8. Don't call names<BR>9.Don't mention family<BR>10. Don't win<BR>11. Don't condescend<BR>12. Don't demean<P>Seven Ways to listen to your mate<P>1. Listen with your face<BR>2. Do not reason with your mate<BR>3. Do not argue<BR>4. Do not interrupt<BR>5. Do not stomp out the door<BR>6. Do not vent your spleen to others<BR>7. No rude body language<P>
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Great advise. And if you look at the list, it is all about respect...and an attitude of submission.<P>------------------<BR>Faith, Hope, Love Remain,<BR>but the greatest of these is Love.<BR>1 Corinthians 13:13
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