Relationship Equity
I was taught that the goal in real estate is to acquire property and build up equity. The more equity you have built into the property, the better your investment. The same is true with relationships.
Strong relationships require us to put something in if we are going to get something out. In other words, investing in our important relationships means giving our time, energy and effort. It means not allowing our emotions to drive our behavior. It means not making everything about ourselves but instead reaching out and caring for others.
When we put someone else’s needs or desires above our own, we are investing in and growing that relationship. This is critical because all relationships have moments when one person withdraws emotional equity from the other person. Without that investment, there is no emotional equity to withdraw. Therefore, connections are lost, intimacy is stifled and trust is diminished.
What are some things you can shift in order to invest in those who are important to you? When we choose to gain equity in our relationships we will make a difference.
—Larry
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