Ten Things You Can Do To Cope With Relationship Stress
There are many ways to cope with relationship stress. These can include physical, mental, spiritual and emotional activities. Not all remedies will work for all people. Everyone has different needs and different ways to cope with their problems. Here are several suggestions regarding how to cope with relationship stress that may apply to everyone.
1. How well do you know yourself? Take stock of who you are.
2. Avoid engaging in "needy" relationships. Choose healthy relationships.
3. When in doubt, go slow in a relationship.
4. Help good relationships develop by letting them run their course naturally.
5. Practice open communication from the start.
6. Develop assertive skills; avoid passive behaviours.
7. Practice good listening skills.
8. Develop self awareness.
9. Develop a sense of bodily awarenss.
10. Avoid denial.
This may seem like a lot to do. If it does seem overwhelming then pick one and start there. When you feel you have mastered that area then move on to the next. It is a good idea to write this list down and keep it somewhere that you can refer to it often and quickly. Keeping these ideas in front of you will help you return to them and learn them more proficiently.
A good suggestion is to keep this list by your bedside, perhaps on your night stand. Read the list to yourself several times before going to bed. When you wake in the morning re-read the list several more times before you get up. This constant repetition each morning and night will help engrain these thoughts into your mind. You will be constantly reminded of these suggestions throughout the day which gives you a better chance of trying to accomplish them.
If you don't want to leave them on your night stand, tape them to the refrigerator. How many times a day are you in and out of the refrigerator? You will see the list several times a day and it will have the same effect as reading it before going to bed and when waking up in the morning. Don't underestimate the power of repetition.
About the Author: Relationship stress is common and really can't be avoided. It can be dealt with effectively if you know how to recognize it and are willing to learn and allow yourself to grow. Arm yourself with helpful information. Click here now to receive my new, free ebook "Understanding Why Men Leave A Relationship." Take a positive step toward helping yourself and your relationship.
Peter Harris is a health care professional and author and writes frequently about relationships.
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