An important part of engaging in healthy communication is understanding and processing your emotions. When you are able to regulate your emotions, you can convey your thoughts and feelings calmly and clearly.
Avoid Assumptions
Assumptions often lead to misunderstanding within relationships. Avoid making assumptions and try your best to engage in positive communication and aim for understanding instead!
1.11.20: Couples Workshop: What to Do When You Can’t Agree
The stress of the holidays can cause strain on relationships, but the New Year brings about an opportunity to renew and strengthen your relationship with your partner. This interactive workshop will teach you the skills to work through disagreements, and
Honesty
When you are honest with yourself and with the people you love, you can move toward a place of deeper connection and understanding in your relationships.
Couples & Kayaking: Back by popular demand!
The Healthy Relationships Initiative and Greensboro Parks and Recreation are offering a third Couples & Kayaking workshop due to selling out our first two events! Join us for a fun night on the lake while you complete a relationship strengthening
Listen Without Interrupting
Active listening deepens understanding and promotes healthy communication within relationships! Though it can be tempting to interrupt and get our point across, especially during moments of conflict, it is important to focus on what the other person in the relationship
Conflict is an Opportunity
Conflict is an inevitable part of relationships, and though it can seem scary, it doesn’t have to be a bad thing. When we use healthy relationship skills to repair conflict, it becomes an opportunity for us deepen intimacy and build
Mutual Respect
Healthy relationships are built on mutual respect. Validating and valuing someone’s feelings, even if you don’t understand them, goes a long way in establishing trust and deepening connection.
Be in the Moment
Being present with your child shows them that they are loved, respected, and valued. When you stay in the moment, you can learn more about your child, showing them that you care about their interests and well-being.
Healthy Relationships Take Work
Healthy relationships take work to build and maintain. Be intentional about taking the steps necessary to foster healthy relationships with your loved ones. Remember, it’s never too late to invest your time and energy into strengthening your relationships!