In order to have a healthy relationship you must first understand what constitutes “healthy” and “unhealthy”. We’ve listed relationship behaviors (courtesy of www.mybrotha.com) below as a guide to the first step in attaining a healthy relationship with your partner.
Healthy relationships:
- Consist of two or more persons who support one another
- Maintain a high level of respect for person, property, and ideas
- Have open and clear communication
- Are non-violent, emotionally and physically
- Maintain a level of trust and privacy
- Encourage growth both inside and outside of the bond
Unhealthy relationships:
- May be emotionally or physically abusive
- Lack respect for privacy
- May involve ridicule, criticisms, and jealousy
- May negatively impact either persons self-esteem
- Cause emotional tension, stress, discomfort, and sadness
- Often include dishonesty, a lack of trust, threats, and intimidation
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