Tips to Improve Your Relationship # 1

1. Be yourself. Authenticity is the key to growing a relationship. If you cannot be
yourself then you end up playing a charade that ultimately will end badly for
you.

2. Be honest. No one likes being lied to and a relationship build upon lies will
create an environment of distrust. It is better to be honest and upfront, then
try to weasel out of a lie latter on.

3. Know your values. Spend time examining the type of person that you are and
the type of person that you would like to be. If these ideas are not congruent
with your current relationships that it is time to do some examination.

4. Schedule Time. Relationships take work. It is important to schedule time with
those that you care about. It shows them that they are important to you. It
also ensures that you both have time to stay connected throughout the
busyness of the life.

5. Touch. The power of touch is amazing. A hug, handshake, holding hands, or
even a kiss when appropriate can make all the difference in the world. Reach
out and touch someone.

6. Create space. Everyone needs space and space is not a bad thing. It gives a
person the area to be themselves and to be an individual.

7. Learn to listen. An active listener is focused on what the other person is
saying and is not concentrating on their own snappy comeback.

8. Learn how to be heard. Good speakers are able to order their thoughts and
emotions in ways that can be understood. Speak in small segments and ask
for feedback to see if the listener understands you.

9. Know the differences. Men and women are different. Moms and dad are
different. Find out what those differences are and celebrate them. Differences
make life interesting and exciting.

10. Give space. Know when to give your loved one the space they need to cool
down after an argument. Let them know that you are there for them when
they are ready to talk, but do not pursue them.