There are so many points of view on this topic, however, we believe there are some common threads that are required to build and maintain healthy relationships.
The primary ones, in no particular order, are communication, trust, empathy, conscious intimacy, compromise, compassion, humour, forgiveness, adventure, and the pursuit of common interests. There are other key factors that could be added to this list such as: sensitivity, awareness, tolerance, and humility. This is not meant to be the ultimate declaration on healthy relationships but those who pursue these principles will find that whatever issues do prevail can be surmounted when these virtues and qualities are present. These 5 are a good place from which to start this conversation. Read more…