Smart Relationships

SMART RELATIONSHIPS

1. Making the relationship a priority
   
2. Weekly one-on-one time, or daily 5 minute conversations
   
3. Resolve conflicts, win/win/, problem solving circle
   
4. Regular meeting, shared responsibility through decision-making
   
5. Exit lines to contain emotional situation (to quit when  your behind- not all problems can be resolved- not arguing over differences but mutual respect and dignity)
   
6. Seek to understand (human relations skills, recognizing types of request, attending behavior, ability to convey understanding)
   
7. Encouragement on a regular basis
   
8. Proactive ( increase circle of influence over circle of concern, smart choices)
   
9. Learning to make and recognize repair attempts/recovery-“I am sorry”
   
10. Stop all grousing/Deadly Habits, use Caring Habits
    

ANYTING YOU SAY OR DO WILL BRING YOU CLOSER TOGETHER OF FURTHER APART.

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