Quote by Emma Thompson

Any problem, big or small, within a family, always seems to start with bad communication. Someone isn't listening.

Any problem, big or small, within a family, always seems to

Summary

This quote suggests that the root cause of problems in a family is often attributed to poor communication. Whether the issue is significant or trivial, it tends to originate from someone in the family failing to actively listen. This implies that misunderstandings, conflicts, and relationship breakdowns can be avoided or resolved by ensuring effective and attentive communication between family members.

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Communication

By Emma Thompson

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