Creating Healthy Relationships | Bob Proctor

## Creating Healthy Relationships: The Power of Giving and Connection In the pursuit of meaningful and fulfilling relationships, many of us often find ourselves wondering what it takes to build and maintain healthy connections with others. At the heart of any successful relationship is a simple yet profound principle: the act of giving and leaving a positive impact on those around you. ### The Impression of Increase The concept of leaving every person you meet with the "impression of increase" is a powerful mantra for building healthy relationships. This idea, inspired by Wallace D. Wattles' philosophy, suggests that you should strive to make every interaction leave the other person better off than before they met you. Here’s how you can apply this principle in your daily life: ## Focus on the Other Person When you're in a relationship, whether it's romantic, platonic, or professional, it's easy to get caught up in your own needs and desires. However, to create a truly healthy relationship, you need to shift your focus from what you're getting to what you're giving. - **Listen Actively**: Sometimes, all your partner or friend needs is someone to listen. Be present, attentive, and empathetic. Understand what they need from you in that moment, whether it's a sympathetic ear or some advice[1][4]. ## Practice Selflessness Healthy relationships are built on a foundation of mutual respect and care. Here are some ways to cultivate selflessness: - **Be Affectionate**: Showing affection is not just about words; it's about actions. Small gestures like holding hands, giving hugs, or surprise gifts can make a significant difference in how loved and valued the other person feels[4]. - **Admit Your Mistakes**: Taking responsibility for your actions and apologizing sincerely when you've wronged someone is crucial. It shows that you respect the other person's feelings and are committed to growth and improvement[4]. ## Communicate Openly Effective communication is the backbone of any healthy relationship. Here’s how you can communicate more effectively: - **Be Honest**: Open and honest communication helps in overcoming challenges together. Share your feelings, thoughts, and experiences without fear of judgment[4]. - **Respect Boundaries**: Setting and respecting boundaries is essential. It helps in maintaining a healthy balance in the relationship and avoids unrealistic expectations[1]. ## Fall in Love with Helping Others The idea of helping others enjoy an abundant life is a beautiful way to approach relationships. Here’s how you can embody this mindset: - **Give Your Best**: When interacting with others, give them your best. Whether it's a kind word, a helping hand, or simply being there, ensure that your presence adds value to their life[2]. - **Leave a Positive Impact**: Remember the law of cause and effect: whatever you put out comes back. By leaving every person with the impression of increase, you create a cycle of positivity that enriches both your life and theirs. ## Visual Reminders To help you stay on track, here are some visual reminders you can use: - **Vision Board**: Create a vision board with quotes and images that remind you to focus on giving and leaving a positive impact. - **Daily Affirmations**: Use daily affirmations such as "I leave every person I meet better off than before" to keep the mindset fresh in your mind. - **Gratitude Journal**: Keep a gratitude journal to note down the positive interactions you have each day and how they made you and others feel. ## Real-Life Examples Here are a few real-life examples of how this principle can play out: - **At Work**: If you're in a team meeting, instead of focusing solely on your own tasks, offer to help your colleagues with theirs. This not only builds camaraderie but also leaves everyone feeling supported. - **In Your Community**: Volunteer for local causes or help a neighbor in need. These acts of kindness can significantly improve the lives of those around you. ## Conclusion Building healthy relationships is not a complex task, but it does require a shift in mindset. By focusing on what you can give rather than what you can get, you create a foundation for relationships that are meaningful, fulfilling, and mutually beneficial. Remember, every interaction is an opportunity to leave a positive impact, and that is the key to creating healthy, lasting relationships. #HealthyRelationships #PositiveImpact #GivingBack #RelationshipGoals #CommunicationIsKey #Selflessness #Gratitude #VisionBoard #DailyAffirmations #CommunitySupport --- ### Share Your Thoughts Have you experienced the power of leaving a positive impact in your relationships? Share your stories and tips in the comments below. Let's build a community that values giving and connection. Script: Here I think what everybody wants, is healthy relationships, what do we mean by that?, Well, healthy, in a good state., In a very good state, and that's the way, we want the relationship., How do you create a healthy relationship?, I'll tell you how you start, take your mind off yourself., Put it on the other person., If you really want to have a healthy relationship, with people, follow Wallace Wattles's advice, in chapter 14 of The Science of Getting Rich., Leave every person you meet with the impression of increase., Leave every person with the impression of increase., Have them better off because they've met you., If you want to create healthy relationships,, put all your focus on the person, you want the healthy relationship with., Give them the best you've got., Fall in love with the idea, of helping the other person enjoy an abundant life,, which is their birthright., That is how you're gonna create a healthy relationship,, and that's the way all of your relationships should be., Unfortunately, most people have sick relationships, because everybody's energy's inverted., They're thinking of themself., You're not making me happy,, you're not giving me what I want., Forget about what you're getting., Concentrate on what you're giving., What did Emerson say, the law of cause and effect, is the law of laws, what's that law state?, Whatever you put out comes back., Fall in love with the idea, of leaving everyone with the impression of increase, and to create a healthy relationship,, you've got to fall in love, with the idea of helping the other person., It's pretty basic, it's pretty simple,, but it's also pretty misunderstood., Think about it, this is Bob Proctor, thank you.