Fostering deeper connection: 5 strategies to build empathy in your marriage

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By Akanksha Agnihotri, New Delhi

Published on Mar 25, 2024 06:00 am IST

Empathy is the cornerstone of a strong and resilient marriage. Here are five steps to cultivate empathy and deepen your connection with your partner.

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“By embracing empathy and understanding in your relationship, you can transform conflicts into opportunities for growth and connection. Remember, acknowledging your partner's fears, responding with compassion, and building trust are key ingredients for building a healthy and fulfilling relationship,” says Marriage Coach Amanda Twiggs in her recent Instagram post. She further shared five tips for couples to build empathy in their marriage.

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Acknowledge your partner's feelings by saying, "What I think I heard you say is and repeat what you heard them say and then ask, "Did I get that right?"(Pexels)

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Have a compassionate perspective: Shift your perspective from seeing your partner as your enemy to seeing them as someone you love and care about who is just doing their best.(Unsplash)

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Be Curious and figure out what's at the bottom of their feelings. Do this by asking, "Why is this important?", "What does this symbolise to you?", "What is this really about?"(Unsplash)

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Respond with empathy: Think about things from their perspective by imagining yourself in their shoes. Communicate that their feelings make sense based on their experience.(Unsplash)

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Build stronger connections: Fostering empathy and understanding in your relationship builds trust, emotional safety, connectivity and intimacy.(Unsplash)

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Akanksha Agnihotri

Akanksha Agnihotri is a lifestyle journalist with over 3 years of experience. She is a psychology graduate and holds a postgraduate diploma in Radio and Television Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi, where she graduated as a gold medalist. Originally from Bhopal, the beautiful capital of Madhya Pradesh, she draws inspiration from the city’s rich cultural heritage and layered storytelling traditions that subtly shape her narrative voice. She writes extensively about fashion, beauty, health, relationships, culture, and food, exploring everything from trending styles and runway moments to wellness routines and mindful living. Passionate about meaningful and candid conversations, she enjoys interviewing celebrities, doctors, designers, and film personalities, diving into discussions on fitness, beauty, mental health, and everything fun in between. With a keen eye for trends and a thoughtful understanding of human behaviour, she brings depth, sensitivity, and authenticity to her stories, ensuring they resonate with a wide and diverse audience. When she’s not working, you’ll usually find her lost in a book, planning her next mountain trek, or mapping out spontaneous travel escapes. She loves discovering new authors, revisiting old favourites, and spending quiet afternoons in museums soaking in art, history, and culture. An avid bird-watching enthusiast, she finds joy in early morning walks, spotting rare birds, and reconnecting with nature. Whether sipping coffee while journaling her thoughts or exploring hidden corners of a new city, she constantly seeks inspiration in everyday moments that often turn into compelling story ideas. Read Less ...Read More

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Fostering deeper connection: 5 strategies to build empathy in your marriage

Empathy is the cornerstone of a strong and resilient marriage. Here are five steps to cultivate empathy and deepen your connection with your partner.

Acknowledge your partner's feelings by saying, "What I think I heard you say is and repeat what you heard them say and then ask, "Did I get that right?"(Pexels)

Have a compassionate perspective: Shift your perspective from seeing your partner as your enemy to seeing them as someone you love and care about who is just doing their best.(Unsplash)

Be Curious and figure out what's at the bottom of their feelings. Do this by asking, "Why is this important?", "What does this symbolise to you?", "What is this really about?"(Unsplash)

Respond with empathy: Think about things from their perspective by imagining yourself in their shoes. Communicate that their feelings make sense based on their experience.(Unsplash)

Build stronger connections: Fostering empathy and understanding in your relationship builds trust, emotional safety, connectivity and intimacy.(Unsplash)

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