What Would Love Do?

How To Communicate With A Man | 7 Must-Have Tips

Sep 30, 2025
Communication is essential in relationships, yet many still struggle to express their truth. Discover tips on using 'I feel' statements and the power of direct, warm language. Explore common conflicts like money and life vision, and learn to ask mature questions. Emphasizing self-love, Jonathan shares why knowing your core values and passions is vital for compatibility. He encourages taking charge of dating with clear intentions and boundaries, stressing that relationships can drive personal growth even if they don’t last.
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INSIGHT

Purpose Over Surface Attraction

  • Midlife relationships often face misalignment because attraction alone doesn't equal shared life purpose.
  • Ask early: "What's the purpose of being in a relationship with each other?"
INSIGHT

Most Communication Is Nonverbal

  • Ninety percent of communication is nonverbal, so text-only bonds are fragile.
  • Marshall Rosenberg's Nonviolent Communication offers a compassionate framework for stronger dialogue.
ADVICE

Be Direct With Warmth

  • Be direct but warm; say what you mean with grace instead of sarcasm or edge.
  • Use kind clarity like "I've enjoyed getting to know you and I'm open to seeing where this could go."
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