The Benefits of Stress: Use Your Stress to Create the Life of Your Dreams by Spooner Robyn

Author:Spooner, Robyn [Spooner, Robyn]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2016-02-08T18:30:00+00:00

The value of healthy relationships

Romantic relationships can also cause a lot of stress when they are not functioning well. When we first fall in love, we feel like we can take on the world. All is well, and our happiness is intoxicating. We are in the grip of a temporary chemical euphoria known as limerence. However, the initial infatuation, based on perceived similarities, loses its hold once you start to notice the other person’s imperfections. When the fantasy subsides, reality kicks in.

This is when you discover how compatible you are. If you find yourself wishing your partner was as you first thought they were, you have a fantasy that is not anchored in reality. It is your perception that has created the connection, rather than the compatibility of both personalities. At this point, it might be necessary to make the decision to go your separate ways, painful as that might be. Otherwise, you risk being locked into a relationship that does more harm than good.

A relationship based on authentic expectations and communication can build a foundation based on true understanding, where both members of the couple are known and valued for their complete self, warts and all, so to speak. Yet, even when two people are compatible, they may become locked into a strategic emotional battle, with each party challenging the other’s unresolved issues. Unless couples understand this dynamic, they miss the chance to unpack an excellent opportunity for each individual’s personal growth within a safe, intimate space.

Relationships can also teach us about who we are and expose our own beliefs for acceptance or growth. When we are in a partnership with someone, we invariably compromise on every decision because it is impossible to share all of the same ideals. A fight for supremacy usually has no true winners, as there will be damage to both parties. It is necessary to recognise the other person’s perspectives and negotiate a middle way that will satisfy you both.

It is also unrealistic to expect your significant other to be all things to you at all times. Healthy relationships are surrounded by plenty of friends. With a well-rounded social life, couples continue to engage with different perspectives. Consequently, the relationship remains interesting because there is always something to discuss.

If you are in a difficult relationship, the resulting emotional turmoil will make it more likely that you develop stress-related health issues. These illnesses are your soul's consciousness trying to wake you up to your heartfelt desires. If you remain silent, your inner voice becomes compromised. But if you listen to the stress response and take action that aligns with your true purpose, you will grow.

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