Get them to open up without nagging. 5 strategies to help others share their feelings

Have you ever felt like someone in your life, be it a child, a spouse, or a friend, is a locked vault when it comes to sharing their thoughts and feelings? You ask a question hoping to spark a conversation, and you get... crickets. Or maybe worse, defensiveness. Whether you're a parent wanting to connect with your child, a partner hoping to deepen intimacy, or just want more meaningful conversations, Studio 5 Relationship Contributor Dr. Matt Townsend shared five techniques to help you get people to open up without nagging, prying, or pushing them away.