Have you ever been in an argument and let so much of your mental focus be on your next point, that you didn’t really listen to what your partner was saying? Most of us could stand to improve our listening skills, especially when a discussion starts to become heated. Try these tips to practice actively listening to your partner, truly hearing them out to improve your communication as a couple.

For more relationship tips for first responders, check out these articles:

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