See It from Both Sides

When talking about relationship strategies, it’s important to see both sides of the coin. What strategies do you implement in your relationships, and how would you feel if those strategies were implemented towards you?

Positive and Negative Strategies

There are many negative relationship strategies, like undermining, invalidation, and making the other person feel like they are always wrong. People who use negative relationship strategies most likely had those strategies used against them in the past. It’s a self-defence mechanism used to gain control. It’s important to let these people know how you want to be treated.
There are also many positive relationship strategies that can be learned and used. Like learning to admit when you are wrong, letting go of grudges, and being a space-giver.

Work on It

It takes work to own a car, a business, a house. If it’s worth it, then it takes work. Relationships work the same way. A small amount of proactive work will yield a huge result.

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