Things to keep in mind when you are in a relationship: The very first thing for every relationship to last and to flourish is honesty and mutual openness. Both parties have to be open to each other. Any relationship that is entered with closed mindedness is heading in the wrong direction. Sincerity, truthfulness and genuine heart are the hallmarks of good relationships. In a relationship where there is honesty, there is trust. An honest person is a reliable person. Lack of transparency and honesty has killed a lot of relationships. Lack of sincerity leads to pretentious lifestyle, fake life and inauthentic life. In a relationship where there is no honesty, there are coverups, maneuvers, deception and lies.
Another issue to keep in mind when it comes to relationships is communication. Breakdown in communication means breakdown in relationships. Relationships are kept aglow and alive through communication. Through communication, we interact, relate, socialize, mingle, catch up, share experiences and ideas, show concern, get to know, find out and get updates from one’s partner. Communication is an important and significant factor when it comes to relationships. It bridges the gap between the people involved. Communication breaks barriers, douses tensions in relationships, shows how much we care and reaches out to the other. Communication opens us up in relationships.
Mutual understanding and forgiveness are important in relationships as well. Getting to know and understanding your partner is a key to getting along with them. Willingness to let go and forgive keeps relationships going. No perfect human being, therefore no perfect human relationships. We make mistakes, we mess up, we blew it but the ability to be remorseful and humble enough to say I m sorry, setting aside ego and pride and arrogance, without unnecessary argument or trying to justify ourselves makes relationships healthy and vibrant. Partners should be willing to accept and welcome apologies and also ready to apologize. Any relationship where people involved are not only understanding but also understands each other will go far.
If there is one thing that destroys relationships, it is selfishness. True and lasting relationships have to be selfless. Rather than what you will get, why not think of what you can give. Let our thoughts be for the good of the other first. Placing the self first can quickly ruin relationships. Relationships should not be based on material gains, exploitation,taking advantage of the other and using the other. Backstabbing and betrayal are a big no no in relationships. Every relationship should be valued, cherished, nurtured, nourished, fed, sustained and grown because relationships are important in the journey of life because no human being is an Island. Respect, fidelity, loyalty, submissiveness are all good for relationships……Ifee Ifee.(For paid invitations to speak, speaking engagements, remarks, comments and reactions, email me at speakingengagement81@gmail.com)