Healthy Relationships

[Lightkeeper]

I found this interesting and I think it also applies to our relationships here. What do you think?

Healthy Relationships

"Your partner wants you to realize your dreams and will do anything to help achieve them.

They are self-sufficient and complete human beings. If not, then you must neglect part of yourself in some way to compensate for their deficiency.

They take responsibility for their own happiness. It is not your job.

They don’t use negative tactics for getting their own way or dominating you. Criticism, put-downs, guilt, shame, intolerance, neglect, combativeness, aggression, and threat; the list goes on. Silence can be a negative tactic, if there is communication that needs to take place, and so can defensiveness.

When they speak to you, it is always with love, acceptance and approval.

They support and respect your ideas, beliefs and wishes no matter how different from their own.

Your self-esteem improves when you are together.

Your circle of friends grows.

They do little things to please you.

When something bothers you, they are truly concerned.

They help resolve problems.

They help you find time for yourself. Without this you will never grow.

They share in responsibilities, even with things that are unpleasant or mundane.

Your time is just as valuable as theirs.

They give you freedom to try new things, take chances and to make mistakes. Human beings are constantly evolving and are not meant to be caged physically, emotionally or psychologically.

In short, they provide the security, love and nurturing that is required for you to soar where life itself is wonderful and the relationships are an added bonus. Because you are willing to do the same for them, the relationship will continue to scale new heights while love, honor and respect grows deeper and broader."
~Peggy Walton​

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[SoulTYPE]

I agree to that LK. They could be applied here. Only thing is they would have to apply to EVERYONE!

 

[Feathers in Hair]

I love this article, Lightkeeper! I think one thing that stood out, among my relationships with people here on the forums, is

They give you freedom to try new things, take chances and to make mistakes. Human beings are constantly evolving and are not meant to be caged physically, emotionally or psychologically.

Most of the people I've met here not only give me the freedom to try new things, they promote thinking new things! (*gasp!*) I feel like I'm constantly evolving with every day I spend here. (I've already lost the vestigial tail, see?)

 

[SoulTYPE]

You shouldn't Have a tail FIH, you certainly are NOT a dog.

 

[desi]

As a married guy I can see where following a list like that could cause problems, but if you're dating go for it.

 

[Ceridwen018]

Really desi? Why can't married couples adhere to such standards? Personally, that's what I expect from myself and my future husband. Is that so unrealistic?

 

[Lightkeeper]

As a married guy I can see where following a list like that could cause problems, but if you're dating go for it.

Jumping hornsnoggles! What a "tude".