How to keep you away from Unhealthy Relationships
1. Find your own sources of happiness, or things that
bring you fulfillment in life. Although we’re made for relationships, relying on
others to bringing us happiness, or to make us feel accepted, or wanted or
loved will often lead to frustration, or turmoil or pain.
2. Related to
this, make sure you have a range of external supports and don’t just look to a
few people for love.
3. Remember that we’re powerless to control other people.
They are who they are – so accept that’s how it is. Consider if those people
will help you find fulfilment … for if they’re never going to change, then you
may need to walk away.
4. Accept we’re all imperfect – then look for what is
good. If you’re bothered by an attitude or some kind of behaviour that is
putting a strain on your relationship, then think of all the positives and
things that you love. That may help change your feelings about that individual
(but don’t deny what’s serious, or ruining your life.
5. Focus on the good things about yourself. Sometimes we
get caught up with our personal faults and failings and don’t believe we’re
worthy of acceptance and love. We may pick up that message from those who treat
us badly, or who don’t show us affection, or interest, care or love. Thus, it
is crucial we remind ourselves of all that’s good about us – and list our
strengths, successes and the traits that we admire.
6. Remind yourself that other people don’t define
you. You don’t have to conform or to
please other people - you can go out and succeed without those people in your
life. You’re a unique individual, with your own gifts and talents. You deserve
to be happy and to be true to yourself.
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