INVEST IN RELATIONSHIPS!

 *INVEST IN RELATIONSHIPS !! *

Life teaches you many lessons. There are many ways one learns. First from mom, from family – the older ones, then from teachers,  friends,  mentors, colleagues  and finally again from family - the younger ones.  J. Each time, it is the experience that makes your knowledge firm.

 

Relationship is the bond that you build with someone. When a bridge is built, it gives pathway to move to and fro…. from one end to the other AND back! Similarly, if you maintain a good relationship with someone, it can work to the advantage of both the parties. This association decides if the friendship or the bond stays strong and long…. or sours and fails.

 

It is not easy to understand a relationship, leave alone maintaining it strong at the drop of a hat. There are guidelines, ie. there are rules that one has to follow. If you ignore these,  you will surely regret and pay a BIG price!

To continue to keep up a friendship, both have to be sincere and honest. Humour and light-heartedness enrich this in course of time, and these friends understand each other properly and have a great rapport! Anytime, there can be a reason to have misunderstanding and quarrel.  However, if one thinks at length about what caused the confusion, discusses it frankly, with or without an intermediary, it will straighten the matter. It is very easy to break a good relationship by mere gossip, spreading  rumour and/or sly backbiting. These are not good qualities and surely not recommended for people who are aiming at a peaceful life.

Be honest and loyal, be clear in your thoughts without hurting anyone. If you find something amiss,  find out how it can be sorted out  without causing much damage. If you are wrong,  own it, and make amends. This is a great gesture in keeping the bond sturdy and strong. If each of you make an effort in maintaining relationships, it will be the best asset you would gain over the years.

Good Luck!

 

© Shanta Ramakrishnan,  Mumbai

03-February-2021