Think about it. You need your car; it provides you with a sense of freedom and mobility. Your car is a valuable extension of yourself and your life. You routinely watch its speedometer, odometer, tire pressure gauges, oil indicators. You look and listen for any and all warning signs. When your car breaks down you mobilize quickly to get it, and you, back on the road.

But what about our relationships and communication skills?

We need our relationships to work at least as much as we need our car. Our lives will not have much enjoyment nor worth for us without trouble-free, good-working quality relationships, love and intimacy.

Cars come with repair and maintenance manuals. We need to be at least as well-informed and prepared to maintain and keep our relationships running smoothly. It’s not hard to do – if you know how.