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November 2014: “Let Go of a Negative Behavior Pattern for the Sake of Your Partner.”

Let’s face it. We all have personal, negative behaviors that impact our lives and the lives of others around us. When we receive feedback, it’s often easier to defend these behaviors and point the finger at those on the receiving end then it is to take a good, hard look at ourselves. When we look a little deeper, we may find ourselves attached – finding ways to show how these behaviors are justified and have served us over the years. Often though, letting these behaviors go unexamined and unchallenged has also negatively impacted our lives and our relationships. November’s practice is to determine and let go of one negative behavior for the sake of our relationships.

In the coming month, spend some time reflecting on feedback you’ve received over the years and identify one behavior that has created significant problems in your relationships. Regardless of how you feel about the behavior, commit to not practicing it this month. Create a strategy for how you’ll handle situations where this behavior typically shows up and when it does, try something else. If you have a hard time identifying an alternate behavior, think about one that will augment a deeper connection and fostering of good will between you and your partner. Know that being uncomfortable is a sign of learning! Notice how the creation of this new positive behavior impacts how you are received in your relationships and strengthens them as a result.

Posted on November 3, 2014 4:08 PM Permalink