Build Relationships

Building a relationship may feel uncomfortable & clunky at times, it is essential to the human soul.

Why are relationships important?

We are social. All of our brain connections give us the urge to form and keep relationships with other humans. When you are not part of the group, it’s a rejection. Rejection can make you feel less comfortable trying it in the future.

How and why does having a relationship with others make a difference when dealing with stress?

We find safety and support when we connect with others. Deep connections make you feel like you belong. When you feel like you belong, you feel less lonely and hopeless. It also boosts your ability to bounce back from life's stressors.

Why would we want to learn some strategies of building, maintaining, or restoring relationships?

  • Life is stressful and connection with others helps to manage our stress.

  • The ability to talk about our needs and feelings to others AND have them understand, can be a life saving skill.

  • These are skills we use in most every interaction (the grocery clerk, your boss, your child, your spouse).

  • When we don't learn these skills, we will find other less healthy or even dangerous ways to cope.

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