11/20/2025
Most people don’t realize they’re arguing with what they heard, not what was actually said.
Usually, couples don’t struggle because they “can’t communicate.”
They struggle because they’re speaking two different emotional languages.
We interpret tone, phrasing, and intention through our own history — and our partner does the same. That’s where the disconnect begins.
This blog breaks down how couples can shift from defensiveness to understanding, repair faster, and create a shared rhythm that feels safe and supportive for both people.
If communication ever feels harder than it “should,” this blog might help make sense why: https://mypoctherapy.com/lost-in-translation-what-happens-when-partners-speak-different-relational-languages
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Communication in relationships isn’t instinct — it’s translation. Learn why couples miscommunicate, how assumptions shape connection, and what creates true understanding.