Relationships….
- Create your own history, leave or separate emotionally from past issues. Leave the past in the past.
- Build a friendship, this is a solid foundation. It’s about what works for each of you.
- All relationships are different don’t compare.
- Build on togetherness, allowing each other to maintain their identity. “Never lose self”
- Relationships take work, and you want to work at it every day. Never take for granted.
- You cannot change your partner; the person you can change is yourself.
- Intimacy is so important, talk to each other about what is important to you.
- Communication is essential; remember that not all communication is verbal. Actions speak louder.
- You teach people how to treat you, always treat yourself well.
- Appreciate each other’s differences. You will not always agree, we all have different values and beliefs, agree to disagree.
- Relationships have disagreements; it’s about how you resolve these that are important.
- There is no right way for someone to love you, do what works for you, and if it isn’t working change the behaviour find a behaviour that works.
- Communicate with emotional integrity; it is important to speak the truth, say how you feel and be open to hearing how your partner feels without judgement. Verify what you have heard, this helps clarify and avoid misunderstandings.
- Be present, stop yourself rehashing old issues.
- Seek counselling.
- Be in the NOW.
- Have Fun!