A concise guide to dealing with other people, living your best life and connecting in disonnected times.
Simplifying Relationships
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Introduction
“Our greatest joy and our greatest pain comes in our relationships with others.” –Stephen R. Covey
The trouble with relationships is other people. We have friends and neighbors, partners and lovers. We live in communities, we come from families, and we earn our living working with or for other people. This simple guide utilizes tools to help you determine if a relationship is healthy and offers solutions for change if necessary. It will also help you understand what might be keeping you stuck in a difficult situation and learn what to expect when dealing with transitions and loss. Ultimately you will learn the art of living well, how to flourish in life and form deeper connections with others.
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