Qualities of a Healthy Relationship

A Healthy Relationship...

* Is basically calm rather than frantic.
* Is a friendship that does not force anyone to succumb to unacceptable peer pressure in order to maintain a friendship.
* Accepts the need for privacy on both sides.
* Allows for differences of opinions.
* Allows the time two people need to get to know each other and find out how compatible or different they are.
* Involves two people who already feel good about themselves and who carry those good feelings into their relationship.
* Will not destroy anyone if the friendship breaks up.
* Allows for the equal sharing of power and control - neither one dominating, neither one constantly submitting.
* Doesn't make unrealistic demans on each other.
* Involves no ideal expectations.
* Accepts responsibility for one's own thoughts, feelings and behavior.
* Involves sharing in decision-making.
* Enjoys freedom to express all emotions.
* Involves communicating effectively.

May you have a safe and fun Valentines Day!