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What is a relationship?
What is a relationship?
There are many different definitions of the word "relationship." For the purpose of this page, we'll be referring to relationships between people (friendships, familial relationships, romantic relationships, etc.) Here are a few:
A state of connectedness between people.
The way which things are connected or work together.
An emotional or other connection between people.
A connection, association or involvement.
Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships (AMAZE Org)
Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships (AMAZE Org)
Watch this video to learn more about healthy & unhealthy relationships.
Characteristics of a healthy relationship:
Characteristics of a healthy relationship:
- Having realistic expectations
- Respecting yourself & each other
- Having boundaries
- Knowing your limitations & the other persons' limitations
- Open communication
- Talk about things you don't agree with
- Don't "low-ball" or "below-the-belt"
- Talk about things you don't agree with
- Taking care of each other AND yourself
- Dependability
- Be there for each other
- Affirmation
- Support & honesty
- Prioritize & balance
- It's a process - it involves constantly working and putting in effort
- BE YOURSELF!
- You shouldn't have to change yourself for the person you have a connection with
Remember:
Remember:
Everyone has different wants and needs in a relationship. Consider the idea that the other persons' may not be the same as yours.
Everyone has different wants and needs in a relationship. Consider the idea that the other persons' may not be the same as yours.
Want to learn more about relationships? Click the links below!
Unsure about your relationship or someone else's relationship? Does something seem off? Click the links below for what to do in unhealthy relationships.
Consent Explained (AMAZE Org)
Consent Explained (AMAZE Org)
Watch this video to learn about consent and what it means.
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