What is constructive criticism?
Two experts explain why the differences matter and how to communicate effectively with your partner.
And besides, if youdontspeak up, your frustration may be at risk for bubbling over.
But are you actually providing helpful constructive criticism or simply nagging?
(And, does the difference really matter?)
Well, the line separating the two is super-subjective to the person receiving it.
clinical psychologist, life fulfillment expert, and author ofDate Smart,Joy From Fear, andAging Joyfully
A newstudy published inHealth Psychologysays having a partner who is overly critical can shorten your lifespan.
This, she says, is very different than just giving it without asking.
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Instead, she says to use I prefer.
Using prefer instead of wrong opens up a discussion, she says.
Using prefer instead of wrong opens up a discussion.
Often, Dr. Manly says, theres a way to meet in the middle so both people are happy.
The solutions arent always so black and white.
Dr. Manly says this response is often rooted back to a persons childhood experience.
clinical psychologist, life fulfillment expert, and author ofDate Smart,Joy From Fear, andAging Joyfully
Sometimes, it can take professional therapy to work through these issues.
(Remember, feedback is only effective if your partner is ready to hear it.)
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