Relationship Resolution

It's the start to a new year and I'm sure many of you have begun working on your resolutions. In addition to the ones you're already working on, you might also want to consider creating a relationship resolution.

You can design one by choosing any type of relationship you are in whether it be with a friend, family member, romantic partner, or someone else in your life that is important to you. Decide what is important to you. Some basic qualities that are in most healthy relationships include good communication, respect, trust, honesty, equality, and fairness. Take a moment to think about other important qualities that you are looking for in your relationships.

Now that you know what qualities to look for, find out if these qualities are also important to the other person. It's important for both of you to be on the same page. If you find that your relationship is lacking something important, you can decide to work on it or choose to end the relationship.

Planned Parenthood's website has a great list of ways to develop healthy relationships. Both partners need to be invested in the changes and it takes time and energy to make improvements. Also, remember that relationships have their ups and downs and things won't be perfect all of the time.

If you find things are not working out consider calling it quits. You can check out PP's link for ending a relationship for some helpful tips. Keep in mind that some relationships are more complicated than others. Can you completely end the relationship when there is something else keeping the two of you connected? Do you have any obligations to this person? A relationship like this is complicated, but don't let that make you feel as if you have no control. It is important for you to make changes, otherwise you'll be unhappy. Brainstorm some ideas and try to figure out how to make it work best for you, the other person, and anyone else who may be involved. Doing this and implementing the changes will certainly make things easier when you have to interact with the other person in the future.

So have you thought about which relationship you are going to work on? In my opinion, this is one of the most difficult things to do, so be sure to take your time and don't be to hard on yourself or your partner. Relationships take time. If you have any other tips you'd like to share, be sure to post them.

Good luck and happy new year!