A relationship is unique link, an association or a special connection between people. We all need relationships. Good relationships can strengthen our friendships and family connections. It's easy to meet people and start a conversation, but building and maintaining personal relationships takes much time and effort.
Our relationships are all unique and people come together at different times and for many different reasons. A great relationship has two components: First, appreciating our similarities, and second, respecting our differences.
God knows when we need people in our lives and He places special people in our lives when we need them the most.
When it comes to building relationships, being honest is never an option but a necessity. Honest, direct communication is the key to any relationship. Being able to speak and share ideas is vital, and listening is the other half of the component. Being an active listener is a must to all conversation.
In today's society few of us build strong lasting relationships. Yes, we may have many friends on face book, but in my eyes that does not building a strong relationship. One needs that face to face contact and one need to spend time together. We text, we tweet and we are on face book - all forms of communication. We spend at lot of time chatting on line. A text message can be encouraging, but just think what a face to face visit could do. In today's society we have little time to visit and share our feelings. When we give someone our time, we are giving a portion of ourselves that will always be treasured.
Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, or the smallest act of kindness, all of which have the potential to turn someone's life around. The ministry of presence is still the greatest gift we can offer each other.
Building a firm relationship takes time and work. Good relationships don't just happen; they take time, patience and two people who truly want to work at it. Healthy relationships are a source of happiness and well-being for all people. People who have healthy long-term relationships usually are happier, have fewer health problems, and live longer lives.
In life we can realize that there is a purpose for each relationship we build. Some relationships will test us, some will teach us, but most of all, many relationships will bring out the best from within us.
The greatest mistake we humans can make in our relationships is we: listen only half, understand quarter, think zero, and react double. - Source Unknown
Margaret Anne Yost nursed for 35 years. Returning back to school I completed classes from the Red River College in the areas of Gerontology, Bereavement, Death and Dying. For twelve years I worked in bereavement support at a funeral home.
At present I am employed as an Interim Parish Worker at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Melville, Sask. I also enjoy my role as homemaker, wife, mother and grandmother.
