What is a good relationship

A good relationship is one where intimacy develops slowly from a friendship to a commitment
You participate with a person who is capable of a fulfilling intimate relationship
They don't have deep emotional scars from their childhood or a previous relationship
They are capable of trusting and being trusted

A good relationship is one that is based on a commitment
You feel secure about the future of that relationship
There is no confusion or fear of abandonment
You do not have to cling to the person in your life for fear that they will want to pull away
You feel relaxed and are not anxious about losing the relationship

A good relationship is one where two people do not need each other
They are already individually strong
-the relationship enhances their lives
There is consistent sharing of pleasurable activities
You are not constantly disappointed or irritated by your partner's destructive habit
-alcoholism, affairs, drug abuse, or physical violence

A good relationship is a partnership that is based on friendship and respect
Your partner is your good friend, who encourages you to become your best
No one acts superior to the other
No one has to beg or plead
Parenting philosophies about discipline are collaborative and negotiated with the other
(no one feels inferior to the other)

A good relationship is one where there is a true intimacy of revealing and sharing yourself with your partner as they reveal and share themselves also
There is trust and concern about each other's welfare and happiness
You can openly talk about your needs
You are listened to

A good relationship is one where two individuals can resolve conflict in a peaceful and calm manner
Feelings can be openly expressed
Conflicts are resolved by coming to a compatible agreement
There is no right or wrong person if the agreed decision does not work out satisfactorily

A good relationship is one where both individuals see themselves as partners
There is good communication
There are feelings of closeness and joy
Both partners believe that they can gain far more by remembering to keep agreements
There is no need to dominate and compete with each other

A good relationship is one where two people maintain an enthusiasm about the other's hobbies, work, and friends
You can focus on your daily lives and the needs of your kids

A good relationship is one where each partner has a circle of friends and interests outside the relationship
You are not isolated

A good relationship is one where there is talk of a future together
You feel reassured by the relationship's steadfast constancy
You feel cherished and you feel contentment
You maintain your personal dignity

A good relationship is one where both parties balance each other in taking actions to make the relationship work
You are not a martyr

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