Any change begins with courage, clarity and commitment.
Courage. It takes courage to be truthful about your own part in keeping the relationship “stuck.” For some people, being “right” is more important than creating a new and better relationship. It takes courage to jump off that pedestal.
Clarity. Who are you and what do you want in your relationship? When you can clearly see how you helped create your relationship, it’s a lot easier to change.
Commitment. Change requires taking the leap and sincerely dedicating yourself to creating a shift. Your partner may or may not cooperate with you, but in the end, you will have made the necessary changes to be ready and willing for a productive relationship.
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Maybe you can add “change” to the list – the only person you have the power to change is yourself. When you look for the positive traits in your partner instead of the negative, your attitude will change, thus creating a better relationship.