Relationships, more than anything else, are at the crux of our happiness or misery. It is not only close relationships, but also those in family, community, organisations and at the socio-political level that make the difference. There is bi-directional influence between all these systems, including across time – meaning that things can change. Emotional literacy is important for establishing and maintaining healthy relationships and dealing well with conflict. The six ASPIRE principles of Agency, Safety, Positivity, Inclusion, Respect and Equity together underpin all healthy relationships. These are aligned with the positive psychology principles and core competencies. And never forget the Golden Rule – treat others as you would wish to be treated.

Here are links to just some of the other posts about relationships on this site: