There is no such thing as a perfect relationship. Two completely unique people with their own ideas, experiences and values. However, this doesn’t mean you cannot have an amazing relationship. In this blog I am going to share with you three simple steps to improving any relationship, no matter if it is with your partner, parents, sibling, friends or colleagues, these steps are universal to all relationships. These steps are leadership behaviours which you can bring into your life.
Disclaimer: I am not a therapist. However, what I do have is years’ worth of experience with turbulent relationships, having no relationships, building great relationships and experience instantly amazing relationships.
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For example, with my parents, I went from a parent-child relationship to pretty much non-existent to having a much more open and connected relationship. With my good friends, I went from friends to close friends with a deeper understanding of each other. With my brother, I went from literally no relationship, to a great relationship. With my wife, well, we instantly connected as friends, then became best friends and then partners. In my industry I have met and built relationships with hundreds of people, some becoming great relationships and even friendship.
This is not simple. It requires care, openness and love from both sides. Building amazing relationships are not easy as they take commitment and nurture. In my experience, there are three steps that go into this process that anyone can do. Do them and you will see exponential growth in your relationships.
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Impose less and listen more
I am purposely saying impose less, not talk less. Talking/ communicating is essential in any relationship. However, what destroys a relationship is when one person imposes all their values and opinions onto the other. Instead of this, actively listen and communicate without imposing.
How? One way to do this is to ask open questions and just listen to the answers.
Don’t judge
Constantly being judged by a loved one can destroy a person’s self-esteem, confidence and trust. This is incredibly important. Focus on being open and honest, but do not judge. Try to come from a place of compassion rather ego.
How? One way to do this is again to ask open questions and listen, but do not comment on the decisions a person has made. Remember, only give advice if asked for it.
Act more
Nothing destroys trust in someone more than if that person doesn’t do what they say will do. All talk and no walk. If you say you’re going to meet up, do it. If you say you’re doing to do something for your loved one, do it. If you say you’ll be there for them, be there for them.
How? Be accountable for your actions.
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How to reference this blog
- Toor, J. (2020). Improve Your Relationship In 3 Simple Steps. Available at: https://pmgrowth.co/improve-your-relationship-in-3-simple-steps
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