Hina Javed Malik
Nobody is an expert at managing relationships but if you know the obvious golden rule i.e. do unto others as you would have them do unto you, it is then generally sufficient to make sure that you have good relationships.
But unfortunately, in today’s society, it is difficult to make strong relationships. But the following are a few ways you can make your social life more meaningful:
Meeting more people:
The quality of people you meet has considerably a lot to do with the quality of people you get to meet. If you meet very few people, then you won’t be able to meet those people who are a good match for you in terms of personality, interests, and even behaviors. On the other hand, if you meet more people, you will have a bigger social circle. There will be more people to share your interests with and you get to choose which relationships bring you more joy and happiness.
Do not hide your shortcomings:
No one is perfect but sometimes, you pretend to have no flaws in front of other people. But all human beings have flaws and this is understood by other people too. This does not help in making your relationships any stronger because other people think you are not anything like them so they fail to connect. Instead, don’t be afraid to let your vulnerability and your humanity become visible in front of others.
Share the things that matter to you:
A good conversation starts with sharing things that interest you and the other person. It forms the basis of a strong relationship. Therefore, talk about things that truly matter to you and listen to the ones that are important to the other person. If you have some things to share, you will find a meaningful common ground and will feel more emotionally connected.
Be honest:
It is the most important element that makes your relationship with anyone stronger. When you are honest with your thoughts, words, and actions, people can trust you more. They believe that you will provide them with honest feedback regarding their decisions and actions.
Help others:
This is the central pillar for forming strong relationships. You should always be willing to help others whenever they are in need. Your support can be in the form of physical presence or even a few kind words that can help them to have courage.
With good behavior, you can strengthen a wide range of relationships in your life. Once your relationships are strong, you get to live a more fulfilled and meaningful life.
