The Three Methods Of Interpersonal Communication In Family Relationships

We create our families through how we communicate. We use interpersonal communication skills to improve family relationships and to work carefully to bring the family together and be happy. Instead of communicating in ways designed to maintain these relationships, people assume that “your family is always there for you” (McCornack, pg 334).We treat others who are not related to us more favorably than family members. Three methods for managing family relationships are positivity, assurances and self disclosure.
In order to have positivity in the family, do favors for them and show them you care by thanking them, unexpectedly. Being positive is by communicating in a cheerful and jolly way. Always try to avoid conflicts that have no resolution like wanting attention or having things your way. Having confidence in how much your family means to you is to offer assurances. Discuss problems with them let them know you care and love them, encourage and remind them that they are doing a good job. Avoid comparing your family as superior and devaluing your family. Self-Disclosure means that you are sharing your private thoughts and feelings with family members and allowing them to do the same without fear. If you want your family members to disclose information with you welcome them with open arms, ask questions invite them

While taking care of my nieces and nephews they are to listen to me so I am their boss. Other roles I play are to comfort my family at times when they need it. I am the loudest of my family, and I am energetic I also seem to make them laugh. I am a teacher to my nieces and nephews and the same for the others who are older than me. While having dinners with my family we do activities to interact and have a fun time. I try to help when problems arise but they just take it in consideration. In my family we all share our responsibilities either take turns or we have