Why Is It Important To Talk?

Don’t you feel a bit lighter when you talk to someone about your problems and vent it out? We often come across people who speak less and like to remain reserved. 

Even in our home, generally, our fathers don’t speak much, and thus our bond with them is not as strong as with the others. But if we make an effort to talk, it can lead to healthy communication that is sometimes much needed. 

Even though the problem isn’t solved, you instantly feel better when you share and talk it out with someone. That’s the power of talking it out. It helps you achieve a better understanding of the problem and enhances your mental state.

Benefits of Talking It Out

1. Strengthens Your Bond 

Sometimes what you have been feeling and keeping inside is also something the other person has been feeling. When you share it with them, chances are they will relate to you. It can deepen your connection with the person and build faith. Who knows, you might find a close friend in them who you can share and grow with. At home, you can sit as a family and communicate with each other. It is called healthy communication, and the goal is to improve interpersonal relationships. 

2. Solves Conflict

One of the best ways to resolve conflicts is to talk it out face-to-face. Be it in the workplace, in relationships, or in any other situation talking, out your problems can reduce misunderstanding. Use a friendly tone and manner. Tell them about the issues, how and why you feel a certain way. Listen to their perspective, and you can come up with a solution together.

3. Good For Your Mental Health

Some people fear that talking about their feelings is a sign of weakness. It makes them feel vulnerable and that they are burdening the other person. But rather, it can make you feel supported if the person agrees with your point of view. Did you know that bottling up emotions can lead to problems regarding mental health? When you share, the stress is released and makes you feel better. It prevents you from holding grudges and ruining your relationship with the other person. 

When you share what you have been feeling, it takes the burden off your head. It can also help you make sense out of your feelings and sort them out. That is why talking to a therapist is quite beneficial for people with severe mental health issues.

4. Brings Out New Perspectives

When you try to talk it out with the other person, who may or may not be related to the situation, they can offer new perspectives. You might not have thought about the problem that way. A fresh perspective can help you navigate through the problem better that looked unsolvable earlier. This can be beneficial at work because when you communicate with your team, tasks become easier. It also makes you a team player and, in some way, an effective leader. 

How Can We Come Out and Speak

• Ask your parents and siblings to sit together on a weekend to discuss important issues. Make them feel comfortable by sharing your stories or future plans, so they can be motivated to share theirs.

• Take time out for your partner and have a healthy conversation with them. Tell them about your day or, in case of a problem, about how you feel. This leads to fewer clashes at home. 

• At work, set up a brief meeting with your colleague or the boss to talk about the problems you have. Invite them for an after-work hang and try to get to know them. 

• You can also connect with your professor or a classmate to discuss a paper or your career goals. Remember, talking it out solves everything. 

• If you ever have a bad day, rather than keeping the emotions bottled up inside, call up your closest friend or family member. Tell them what happened. They can help you look at things differently and help you avoid such situations in the future. 

Tips For Effective Communication

1. Show initiative by taking time out of your day to communicate.

2. Listen to what they have to say too, and avoid interrupting them. That’s how a conversation works. 

3. Watch your facial expressions and body language, as it can discourage the other person from speaking out.

4. Make proper eye contact and repeat what they said to ensure you got it right.

5. Come with a solution on how things can be better.

6. Persuade them to speak more if you sense hesitation. Show your interest by saying, “Please, go on….”, “I hear you…”, “Tell me more about….”. 

7. Avoid criticizing or blaming each other.

Want to share your feelings with a trusted and erudite person? Our experts are here to help you with it. Connect with them on Fuzia Wellness and unburden yourself. 

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