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"That's right", he affirmed.

"When we don't communicate our feelings and we emotionally withdraw, we can actually cause more stress and anxiety for our loved ones. It creates tension and misunderstanding. You may leave them wondering if it was something they said or did that is causing your grief and unhappiness."

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"Oh", he replied. "I never thought of that."

"We may feel vulnerable and exposed when we have candid conversations, however, it is important to be open and honest so that we can understand each other's perspective. That is how we learn and flourish in our relationships.", I offered.

"Otherwise strain and hostility may grow, putting the relationship at risk."

"That makes sense", he said. "Thanks."

Whether we are parents or we are in a supporting role, it is crucial that we communicate openly and honestly. Otherwise tensions mount, misunderstanding occur and unnecessary conflict may arise.

By sharing perspectives, we can strengthen our connection and find a balance that works for everyone, especially for the person you are teaching, caring for or supporting.

Lisa Raffoul is a Family Coaching and Training Specialist. For over 20 years she has worked with families that have a child with a disability and the professionals who support them.

Lisa is the owner of Family Matters by Lisa Raffoul where she offers coaching and training. She is a dynamic public speaker and author.This final article about surviving the transition from having your health care needs met by the Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) program to having to pay for them out of pocket or with extremely limited coverage gets down to brass tacks. We talked for the last two articles about ways that you could get your medical bills paid through alternative routes -- now it's time to talk about what happens when you have to choose between paying for (as an example) your electric bill... or your insulin.