A concise guide to dealing with other people, living your best life and connecting in disonnected times.
Reliability in Romantic Relationships
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Trust is not built in big, sweeping moments. It’s built in tiny moments every day. –Brene’ Brown
Reliability in intimate relationships is a cornerstone that speaks to our most primal concerns – safety and security. When a partner says he or she will, and they do not, it imperceptibly affects our sense of well-being and subtly erodes the foundation of the relationship. This is why those seemingly benign issues such as household chores become monumental. Predictability and consistency of behavior also fall under reliability. These can become serious challenges, when unkept promises of change are critical. While not always fatal to the relationship, the more serious issues of faithfulness and dishonesty can cause serious damage. Reliability means dependability – can I count on you – today, tomorrow, forever?
Self reflection is a powerful tool. When assessing a friendship, ask yourself:Reciprocity – Am I good listener? Am I doing my part to nurture this relationship?Reliability – Can my friends count on me? Am I predictable? Can I be trusted?Respect – Do I treat my friends with the respect they…
I hold a little fundraiser every day. It’s called going to work. — Stephen Colbert Most of us work. As an Employee Assistance Provider (EAP), I often do work-related confidential counseling. I find the number one concern expressed by clients is dealing with other people. It might be the passive-aggressive…
Use a checklist for self-evaluation to see how you are doing in relationship to creating and maintaining a healthy sense of community and belonging: Reciprocity: Do I do what I can to create a sense of connection and genuine community?Reliability: Am I a reliable, helpful member of my community or…
