Healthy Relationship

1.         Definition: What is Relationship?

Type of connection existing between people related to

or having communications with each other

           Could be Intimate or romantic

2.         Characteristics of healthy relationship

            Open communications

  Mutual respect

  Trust

  Support

  Fairness/Equality

3.         Stages a couple goes through in their relationship together

            Attachment and courting

            Differences and power struggle

            Identity for motion

  Balance and unconditional acceptance

4.         Stage 1: Attachment and courting phase

           

Romantic love phase

Developing emotional attachment

Falling in love

Infatuation and passion

Strong sexual desire

5.         Stage 2: Dealing with differences/power struggles

            Conflicts and disagreements are intertwined with emotions

            Boundaries and personal space sometimes violated

            Feelings claustrophobic

            I just need some space.

6.         Stage 3: Identity formation

            Partner develop who they are within the relationship

            Characteristics can be intertwined, yet still separate

            Has the ability to create more features visible and balanced.

7.         Stage 4: Balanced and unconditional acceptance

            Deeper intimacy

            Sharing intimate secrets and thoughts

            Desires

            Emotional support system

            Giving of each other in many aspect of the relationship

8.         Issues in relationships

            Jealousy

            Consequences of jealously

9.         How to recognize the signs of unhealthy relationship

            What to look for:

            Manipulation

            Controlling

            Criticizing

            Intimidation

            Unhappy in the relationship

            Threatening or mistreating.

10.       How to maintain a healthy relationship

          Appreciate each other qualities.

Stay true to your partner.

Have good communication

Keep realistic expectation from your partner.

Have shared interest

Have the ability to face and deal with conflicts together

Value yourself and your partner.

11.       When it is true to say good Bye

There is no right or wrong ways to say good bye,

but there are several guidelines for being fair,

courteous and considerate.

12.       Guidelines to follow

          Face to face vs phone /email

Be honest about your feelings

Space

Support

New relationship

Friendship after a relationship

13.       Helpful Tips

          Knowing the steps and stages

          Make your own decision about your life,

Take charge.

Know that not every relationship is same can also

help you to understand what is right for you.