Prescription for Healthy Relationships
Humans have an inherent need to develop meaningful relationships. We all want to share our aims, ideas, joys, sorrows, desires, love and experiences with another person. However, all fall short, at times in handling the mechanics of them. Sometimes we need to "doctor" up or even perform a "surgery" on some of our relationships.
Do you experience any of the following symptoms in any of your relationships? Arguments • • Low Energy frequent conversations • Apathy about the relationship • Lack of interaction / No desire for closeness • continually looking for "something better"
Let the doctor for regular checkups, but how often is found health of our relations? Like physical health, positive relationships, whether romantic, social or professional, need maintenance. Good relations not have to "pass". Just as our physical body is sick from time to time, most relationships go through periods of "disease" too. Fortunately, with proper treatment, these relationships can "recover" and prosper.
Being constantly on guard for symptoms of the disease in their relations will help to maintain healthy and prosperous. People who have healthy relationships are happier and less stressed.
If you answered "yes" to any of the above symptoms may be in an unhealthy relationship. If so, here are some possible "remedies":
Regular checkups – to determine the overall health of your relationship, it is important to communicate regularly with your partner, friend, relative or associate to determine how they feel about the relationship. Establish a regular period, depending on the relationship – monthly, quarterly, etc. to meet with the sole purpose of the evaluation of the relationship.
Relationship checklist / chart – see what works and what does not work in your relationship. The work on the issues and to see if the "statistics" have improved in the check-in following.
"Weigh in" in their relationship – each of you should share their feelings with another person. Be open and honest about what you are experiencing and listening to their concerns.
Take the "temperature" of their relationships. Is it running hot or cold? Do you still enjoy each others company and / or benefit from the association. It's moving in a positive direction?
Measure the "pulse"? Is it strong or weak? The bond between you is growing stronger or weaker a check-in to the next?
Use the recipe right – know the right dose of love and affection to share with that person, remembering that the prescription will be unique for each individual.
Know yourself – as you pay attention to your body's signals when you are experiencing an injury or illness, understand their personal reactions to situations you encounter in your relationships and how these situations affect you. Know your "numbers" and how read results.
Read the warning signs and symptoms – As noted above, watch for key indicators that could indicate a malignant tumor in their relationship.
Here are some of the vital signs of a healthy relationship: • Built on respect, trust and care • Allows each person to be an individual and personal growth • Enables the differences of opinion and interests • apology talks of things and move on • Knows how to respect others 'space' • Enjoy the company of another • Benefits for the views of • Compatible with other the other objectives • Uses open communication and exchange of thoughts and ideas as well as active listening • Sets limits that the other does not know cross • Have common interests, but also the values of differences • Miss their battles for the determination of what is really important and what matters is not worth discussing and working on a topic at a time. • comfortable saying "no" when necessary • Appreciates for others to reaffirm the respect and affection
In a healthy relationship, you should not be afraid to say what you think. Any kind of relationship should make compromise or doubt who you are. People who have your best interests at heart will never ask to be someone they are or not to compromise what you believe Before open to any other person, you must first be honest with yourself about who you are, what you are looking for someone else and is willing to give.
Remember, healthy relationships are not built overnight. It takes time, energy and commitment to develop any relationship, whether with business associates, family, friends or a romantic partner. Therefore, be happy, be healthy, be all. Here's a healthier you!
About the Author
Talayah G. Stovall is an author and motivational speaker. Her book, Crossing the Threshold: Opening Your Door to Successful Relationships, and eBook, 150 Important Questions You Should Ask Before You Say “I Do” are available on her website, along with free articles: http://www.talayahstovall.com.
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