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Couples need to learn how to take an effective “time out” if needed. These timeouts are necessary when you are stressed out and budding heads. There is only so much you can hash out during an argument, that a time out can solidify more healthy communication afterwards. Just like going to a spa or playing your favorite sport is relaxing and calming, timeouts can ultimately achieve the same thing. When couples are stressed out they cannot communicate properly to one another. Make sure the timeout is not longer than 20 minutes, if it is too long then it is more difficult to work out the issue. Afterwards try re-talking in a calm manner and use proper communication etiquette.
Soothe yourself and each other. Taking
breaks may be essential if repair attempts are unsuccessful
or if you begin to feel out of control (“flooded”) physically and
emotionally.
Even if you calmed yourself prior to discussing an issue, you may need
to
continue to do so during the discussion, and use self-relaxation
techniques.
After spending 20 minutes to calm down you can help soothe each other by
talking about what produced the “flood” and what you can continue to do
to calm
one another (Gottman 1999). Take action by learning how to take breaks.
This is an effective concept to learn, and with time it will just become
a natural part of what your communication style entails.
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A marriage can be applied to sports
Just like in sports success is not given, it's earned
On the field
On the track
In the gym
With blood, sweat, and an occasional tear.
Your marriage is like a playing field. You can avoid the blood and
occasional tear by learning how to achieve success together. You are a
team no matter what and your love should be the number one fan cheering you
on through all the fields of life.
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