Say More About Communicating Your Needs in Relationships

10/02/2025 16 min Temporada 3 Episodio 7

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Articulating Your Needs in RelationshipsIn this episode, we dive into the importance of communicating your needs in relationships, whether romantic, platonic, or professional. La Toya begins by defining communication as the exchange of information, ideas, thoughts, or feelings and emphasizes the role of both verbal and non-verbal methods. Key points include building trust, preventing resentment, and strengthening relationships through clear expression of needs.The episode also addresses common barriers to communication such as fear of rejection, past experiences, and not knowing one's needs. Practical tips are given on how to effectively communicate, including using 'I' statements, being specific, and picking the right time. The host also discusses what to do when your needs are not being met, including re-evaluating, compromising, and setting boundaries.A few reminders​If you have not done so already please Subscribe Today.Stay connected on social media...Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @latoyathetherapist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @toya.the.thrpst⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email- [email protected] learn more about La Toya visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠her website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download the FREE Guide to Starting the Year Strong⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE.⁠⁠⁠⁠00:00 Introduction and Overview00:23 Defining Communication01:39 Importance of Communicating Needs04:14 Common Barriers to Communication06:52 Identifying Your Needs08:26 How to Communicate Your Needs12:17 What to Do If Your Needs Aren't Met15:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts