One of the most important ingredients in any relationship is RESPECT.
Simply defined respect is to bestow honor or eseem onto someone else. If
marriages do not contain this important human element dysfunctional interaction
is bound to follow.
According to David R. Hawkins Mutual respect is a foundation
for any relationship. Generally respect is present when we
embrace the concepts of acceptance, forgiveness, allowing another to make
mistakes without judging their motives, listening and appreciating their unique
personality. We treat others honorably, listening to them and valuing their
points of view. We are sensitive to the boundaries they have
established."
In addition he stated Mutual respect must be maintained
together. Both partners must commit to infusing their
relationship with mutual respect. This is done by clarifying boundaries, needs
and wishes. Others cannot read our minds and often don’t know they are harming
us. Attend to what causes empathy and connection and work toward it. Show your
mate that you care enough to attend to their concerns.
Perhaps Otis Redding had it RIGHT when HE wrote the song RESPECT....even
when he had the great Aretha Franklin sing it! Dont you think we ALL need a
little RESPECT?
Simply defined respect is to bestow honor or eseem onto someone else. If
marriages do not contain this important human element dysfunctional interaction
is bound to follow.
According to David R. Hawkins Mutual respect is a foundation
for any relationship. Generally respect is present when we
embrace the concepts of acceptance, forgiveness, allowing another to make
mistakes without judging their motives, listening and appreciating their unique
personality. We treat others honorably, listening to them and valuing their
points of view. We are sensitive to the boundaries they have
established."
In addition he stated Mutual respect must be maintained
together. Both partners must commit to infusing their
relationship with mutual respect. This is done by clarifying boundaries, needs
and wishes. Others cannot read our minds and often don’t know they are harming
us. Attend to what causes empathy and connection and work toward it. Show your
mate that you care enough to attend to their concerns.
Perhaps Otis Redding had it RIGHT when HE wrote the song RESPECT....even
when he had the great Aretha Franklin sing it! Dont you think we ALL need a
little RESPECT?
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