Relationship

Good morning friends. On “Zicolo Today”, I want us to examine something which many of us have, in the time past, taken for granted but ideally shouldn’t have been so because of its immense contribution to our success,happiness or otherwise in life. We live in a society where too much of our focus is on how to make ends meet at the detriment of our relationships. Believe it or not, no matter how much wealth you have been able to accumulate for yourself, a strong and healthy relationship is arguably the best support anyone can ever have in life. Needing someone is never a sign of weakness! Good relationships improve all aspects of your life; strengthens your health, your mind and how you connect with others. A bad relationship can really be a terrific setback in life. Relationships should be seen as investment. The more you put in, the more you can get back. One of the reasons for the increasing numbers of failed relationships is lack of adequate people management skill. The complexity in the nature of human beings necessitated the need for anyone who desires a healthy relationship to acquire basic skills in people management. 'Management' is often erroneously considered 'whatever needs to be done just to keep things afloat'. Every relationship is unique! The truth is that people come together for different reasons hence it is imperative that we do not make the mistake of comparing one relationship with another. Some relationships get stuck in peaceful coexistence without truly relating to each other and working together. While things may seem stable on the surface, a closer look will reveal a sheer lack of involvement and communication. Relationship management becomes more important as you assume more family and professional responsibility. You need skills to build bonds, inspire, influence and develop others. You need to be open to change, manage conflict and establish teamwork/bond. I hereby encourage you to reflect on your relationship with your God, boss/subordinate, husband/wife, friends, colleagues, relatives etc. and make amendments where necessary. Never forget that everyone deserves to be happy in life and one of the ways to achieve that is when you are in a good relationship with people in your sphere of contacts. Without relationships, life is boring, empty and lonely. Have a great day.